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"NIVERSITy  OF  CALIFORN,ro'" 
W  JOLU,  CALIFORf', 


George  H.  Cantwell,  M.  D. 

See  page  ICa. 


BASED  ON  THE  CENSUS  OF  1890. 


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p  Historical  and  Indust[[ial  Review. 


1891 


KKKillToN    I'KlN'riNti    HOUSE 

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I 


PREFACE. 


The  following  pages  tell  the  story  of  the  business 
development  of  the  State  whose  industrial  life  is  mir- 
rored in  this  book  so  eloquently  and  exhaustiveh^  that 
little  remains  to  be  added  by  wa^-  of  introduction,  save 
to  express  a  most  heartfelt  appreciation  on  the  part  of 
the  publishers  for  the  unvarydng  .courtesy  with  which 
all  facilities  of  information  were  placed  at  the  disposal 
of  our  representatives  b}-  the  merchants  and  public 
officials  of  Delaware. 

Without  this  aid  and  sympathy  our  work  would 
have  been  found  lacking  in  the  comprehensiveness  and 
accuracy  which  it  is  believed  to  possess,  and  which 
alone  can  render  it  valuable. 

The  record  here  presented  is  inspiring  in  the  ex- 
treme, and  should  cause  every  citizen  of  this  great 
Commonwealth  to  feel  a  sensation  of  laudable  pride  at 
the  progress  made  in  the  fields  of  Literature,  Science 
and  Art. 

The  approval  of  an  intelligent  community  is  not 
to  be  won  without  merit,  and  in  submitting  this  work 
to  a  discriminating  public  the  publishers  have  that 
confidence  in  a  favorable  judgment  being  pronounced 
upon  it  which  always  accompanies  a  consciousness  of 
faithful  and  laborious  effort. 


City  of  Wilmington. 

HISTORICAIv. 

TN  the  preparation  of  this  work,  as,  mainly,  a  plain 
presentation  of  facts  and  figures  relating  to  busi- 
ness interests,  for  the  perusal  of  business  men,  the 
strictest  brevity -compatible  has  been  observed.  Dis- 
cursive writing  and  the  insertion  of  interesting  irrele- 
vant matter  has  been  avoided  to  the  utmost,  for  the 
purppse  of  giving,  in  condensed  form,  business  infor- 
mation concerning  Wilmington.  Nothing  has  been 
inserted  that  does  not  directly  bear  upon  business 
affairs,  or  tend  to  illustrate  the  city's  progress  through 
its  business  success. 

In  prefacing  a  very  brief  historical  sketch  of  the 
events  of  the  first  century  of  Wilmington's  existence, 
business,  as  well  as  general  interests,  will  be  subserved, 
in  a  measure,  for  the  thoughtful  reader  will  discover 
in  the  narrative  of  the  early  struggles  of  the  little 
Swedish  colon}-,  a  sufficient  reason  for  the  slow  devel- 
opment of  the  settlement  at  its  inception. 

Wilmington,  originally  named  Christianaham, 
enjoys  the  distinction  of  representing  the  first  success- 
ful settlement  on  Delaware  River. 

Henry  Hudson,  sailing  for  the  Dutch  East  India 
Company  in  search  of  a  new  route  to  China,  discovered 
Delaware  River  in  1609,  but  did  not  explore  it. 

Cornelius  May,  commanding  an  expedition,  sent 
out  in    1623   by  the  Dutch   West   India    Company,  is 


^  THWI^^TTf  WK^ 


6  Delaware' s  Indxistries. 

reputed  to  be  the  first  European  who  sailed  up  Dela- 
ware River. 

He  erected  Fort  Nassau  and  established  a  settle- 
ment at  the  mouth  of  Timber  Creek,  a  few  miles  south 
of  the  site  chosen  at  a  later  date  for  the  town  of  Phila- 
delphia. 

The  settlement  languished,  and  in  the  course  of 
ten  years  had  been  completely  abandoned,  though 
subsequent  events  proved  that  the  fort,  or  trading 
house,  was  not  destroyed. 

In  1 63 1  the  West  Indies  Company  sent  out  a  sec- 
ond colony,  under  De  Vries,  which  located  on  Lewis 
Creek,  near  Cape  Henlopen.  The  fort  and  settlement 
there  established  was  named  Hoorn  Kill. 

Leaving  at  this  fort  a  garrison  and  colony  num- 
bering about  thirty  individuals,  De  Vries  sailed  for 
Holland,  aud  returned  in  1632,  to  find  neither  fort  nor 
colonists.  The  Indians  had  killed  the  colonists  and 
destroyed  the  settlement. 

De  Vries  conciliated  the  Indians  of  the  locality, 
and  then  sailed  up  the  Delaware  to  Fort  Nassau, 
where  he  found  no  whites  and  only  a  few  Indians. 
Failing  to  get  supplies  for  his  ship,  he  retraced  his 
course,  and  after  a  variety  of  adventures  arrived,  in 
April,  1633,  at  Manhattan,  where  the  first  Dutch  gov- 
ernor of  New  Netherlands  was  about  to  assume  his 
official  duties. 

Thus  had  two  attempts  by  the  Dutch  to  settle  the 
valley  of  the  Delaware  signally  failed,  though  by  the 
law  of  nations  their  discovery  and  occupation  of  it  had 
established  their  jurisdiction  over  the  river  and  its 
tributary  country. 


Delaware' s    Industries.  7 

It  was  in  1624  that  William  Usselinx,  a  merchant 
of  Stockholm,  Sweden,  interested  Gustavus  Adolphus, 
the  then  reigning-  monarch  of  that  country,  in  a  scheme 
for  colonization  in  America. 

Gustavus  had  raised  Sweden  to  the  rank  of  a  first- 
class  European  military  nation,  and  was  at  the  zenith 
of  his  glory. 

Swedish  records  denote  that  the  plans  of  Usselinx 
were  warmly  espoused,  and  that  an  expedition  actu- 
ally sailed  for  America,  about  1627. 

That  it  never  reached  its  destination  is  obscurely 
attributed  to  its  destruction  by  the  Spanish,  with 
whom  the  Swedes  were  then  at  war. 

Gustavus  was  killed  in  battle  in  1632,  and  was 
succeeded  b}^  his  infant  daughter,  Christina. 

Usselinx  did  not  abandon  his  schemes  ;  and  in 
the  spring  of  1638,  a  Swedish  expedition,  under  Peter 
Minnit,  a  Dutchman,  .sailed  up  the  Delaware,  entered 
a  tributary  stream,  which  was  named  the  Christiana, 
and  at  a  point  of  rocks,  about  two  miles  from  the 
mouth  of  the  stream,  erected  a  fort  and  established  a 
settlement  named,  in  honor  of  the  Queen,  Christi- 
anaham. 

Wilmington,  of  to-day,  embraces  within  its  bor- 
ders this  original  settlement,  and  the  point  of  rocks, 
where  the  landing  was  effected,  is  still  visible  at  the 
riparian  premises  of  a  great  iron-working  corporation. 

Within  the  fort  was  "a  magazine  of  goods"  for 
trading  purposes,  and  also  a  church  in  which  the  pious 
Protestant  colonists  worshiped  for  years. 

The  homes  of  the  settlers  were  clustered  in  the 
rear  of  the  fort. 


8  Delaware's   Industries. 

In  all  these  proceedings  the  Swedes  were  clearly 
interlopers;  and  the  Dutch  governor,  at  Manhattan, 
vigorous!}'  protested  against  this  invasion  of  Dutch 
territory. 

Sweden  was  already  declining  in  power  in  Europe, 
but  the  instructions  to  the  military  governors  success- 
ively appointed,  after  Minnit's  death  in  1641,  were  to 
control  the  Delaware  b}-  arbitrary  power,  hy  the  sword 
if  necessar}'.  Fresh  expeditions  from  Sweden  erected 
forts  at  two  different  points  on  the  Delaware,  and 
completeh^  held  Dutch  vessels  at  their  mercy.  Swedish 
domination  of  the  river  continued  till  1655,  with  con- 
stant diplomatic  war  with  the  Dutch  at  Manhattan. 

Dutch  vengeance  fell  swiftly  at  length.  Sept.  2d, 
1655,  Dutch  troops,  under  Peter  Stuyvesant,  appeared 
in  front  of  Christianaham,  fresh  from  the  capture  of 
Fort  Casimir,  five  miles  away,  on  the  Delaware. 

The  little  town  was  completel)'  invested,  and 
surrendered  unconditionally,  on  Sept.  15th,  1655. 

Says  the  historian  (Ferris),  from  whose  works 
these  facts  are  gleaned:  "Thus  fell  New  Sweden;  and 
thus  ended  the  Swedish  dominion  in  America.  It  took 
the  sword,  and  perished  with  the  sword." 

The  conquered  Swedes  never  revolted,  nor  does  it 
appear  that  Sweden  ever  entertained  any  plans  for  re- 
conquest. 

While  the  Dutch  were  flowing  into  Delaware  in 
limited  numbers,  the  British  subjects  in  New  England 
were  encroaching  on  New  Netherlands,  and  capturing 
Manhattan  in  the  summer  of  1664,  sent  a  fleet,  which, 
in  October  1664,  captured  Christianaham  and  all  Dela- 
ware, Pennsylvania  and  New  Jersey. 


Delaware  s    Industries.  9 

Dutch  rule  had  been  narrow  and  repressive  in 
Delaware;  but  English  rule  was  greed_v  robber}-  through 
export  and  import  taxes  maintained  and  executed 
rigorously  for»years.  Dutch  government  of  Delaware 
had  been  that  of  a  trading  company,  which  chiefly 
sought  profitable  trade  wath  the  In  ians  through  barter 
of  Dutch  goods  for  fur  and  skins.  Christianaham  was 
valued  merely  as  a  fortified  trading  port.  Its  develop- 
ment as  a  settlement  was  disregarded.  Extensive 
agriculture  and  trade  with  other  settlements  were  dis- 
couraged as  enriching  the  .settlers  instead  of  the 
company.  Even  the  clearing  off  of  adjacent  forests 
was  forbidden,  lest  the  supplj^  of  fuel  for  the  fort  should 
be  endangered.  Thus  directly  checked  in  honest 
industry,  the  settlers  resorted  to  illicit  trade,  and  despite 
every  effort  of  the  Dutch  company-  became  extensive, 
expert  smugglers. 

But  with  English  rule  this  profitable  illicit  traffic 
was  effectually  suppressed  while  the  burdens  of  the 
people  were  increased. 

Charles  II,  ofEugland,  had  granted  to  his  brother, 
the  Duke  of  York,  all  Dutch  possessions  in  America. 
With  their  capture,  the  Duke  made  certain  special 
grants,  but  retained  control  of  New  York  and  the 
territory  on  the  w^est  side  of  the  Delaware.  He  was 
an  arbitrary,  oppres.sive  ruler,  with  little  regard  for  the 
civil  and  political  rights  of  the  people. 

The  Swedes  of  Christianaham  were  specially 
oppressed  by  Gov.  Lovelace,  the  Duke's  represen- 
tative. 

Prompted  by  certain  Swedish  mercenaries  in  his 
following.    Gov.    Lovelace  wrote:      "As  for  the  poor, 


lo  Delaware' s    [ndustries. 

deluded  sort,  I  think  the  advice  of  their  own  country- 
men is  not  to  be  despised,  who.  knowing  their  temper 
well,  prescribed  a  method  for  keeping  them  in  order, 
which  is  severity,  and  laying  such  taxes  on  them  as 
might  not  give  them  liberty  to  entertain  any  other 
thoughts  but  how  to  discharge  them." 

The  adoption  and  execution  of  this  policy  resulted 
in  great  hardship  and  general  discouragement  at 
Christianaham.  "  The  people  lived  in  great  quiet,  but 
extreme  indolence.  No  agriculture,  no  trade  was 
pursued,  more  than  was  necessar}--  to  supply  their 
absolute  wants."  At  length  England  and  France 
made  war  on  Holland. 

A  Dutch  fleet  swept  the  American  coast,  re- 
captured all  New  Netherlands  in  1673,  and  once  again 
Christianaham  was  subject  to  the  Dutch.  But  on  the 
restoration  of  peace,  New  Netherlands  was  ceded  by 
the  Dutch  to  England,  and  the  British  flag  again 
fluttered  over  the  homes  of  the  four-times  conquered 
Swedes  of  Delaware,  though,  since  their  first  subjuga- 
tion by  the  Dutch,  they  had  remained  passive  citizens, 
preserving  their  language  and  distinctive  manners  and 
customs. 

There  had  been  intermarriages  with  the  Dutch  to 
a  considerable  extent,  but  Swedish  characteristics  were 
still  dominant,  and  the  Protestant  Dutch  worshiped  in 
the  Swedish  churches. 

With  the  arrival  in  America,  of  Wm.  Penn,  iu 
1682,  came  great  relief  to  the  Swedes.  Said  he,  iu  his 
address,  "  You  shall  be  governed  by  laws  of  your  own 
making,  and  live  a  free,  and,  if  you  will,  a  sober, 
industrious  people." 


Delaware's    Industries.  ii 

They  never  bad  been  otherwise  than  "sober and 
industrious;"  but,  until  Penn's  advent,  had  had  little 
voice  in  law-making.  The  town  had  always  been 
repressed  and  oppressed,  and  the  Swedes,  especially  ho. 
The  total  European  population  was  but  1200  in  1659, 
and  three-quarters  of  these  were  Swedes,  and  in  1663, 
there  were  not  over  1000  Swedes  in  the  town  and  its 
outlying  districts.  Under  Penn's  wise  dispensation 
the  whole  valley  of  the  Delaware  prospered. 

A  great  event  in  Christianaham,  was  the  laying 
of  the  corner-stone  of  the  grand  new  church,  on  May 
28th,  1698.     It  was  dedicated  in  May,  1699. 

Then,  as  now,  the  town  was  pre-eminently  a 
religious  one.  Then,  as  now,  this  church  was  held  in 
deep  veneration, mingled  with  justifiable,  worldl}'  pride. 
In  all  its  quaint  beauty  and  hoary  antiquity- ,  it  is  the 
special  pride  of  the  Wilmington  of  to-day.  Standing 
amid  the  graves  of  the  early  settlers,  the  little  cemetery 
being  enclosed  with  the  solid  stone-work  of  ancient 
days,  it  is  but  a  few  rods  distant  from  the  point  of 
rocks,  where  the  forefathers  landed,  and  close  to  the 
spot  where  the  fort  stood.  It  is  closely  girted  on  two 
sides  by  dwellings,  old  and  new,  and  along  a  third 
side,  rush  the  countless  trains  of  the  Pennsylvania 
railroad. 

The  site  of  the  fort  is  within  the  yard  of  a  mam- 
moth rolling  mill;  and  all  around  is  the  smoke  and 
din  of  various  manufactories.  But  from  the  church,  a 
glimpse  of  the  Christiana  and  the  point  of  rocks  is 
obtainable;  and  within  the  church-yard  there  comes  a 
hush  to  the  heart,  if  not  to  the  ear. 

As  one  views  the  ancient  church,  or  stands  on  the 


12  Delaware's   Industries. 

historic  point  of  rocks  washed  by  the  waters  of  the 
stream,  loyally  named  by  the  Swedes  after  their  child 
Queen,  he  cannot  but  regret  that,  in  the  excitement  of 
a  *'  building  boom,"  the  historic,  beautiful  town-name 
of  Christianaham  should  have  been  abandoned  for  one 
having  no  special  significance  for  posterity. 

Thomas  Willing  evinced  commendable  enterprise 
in  lajdng  out  the  excellent,  unimproved  lands  beyond 
the  limits  of  the  old  settlement.  It  does  not  seem  to 
be  recorded  why  this  adoption  of  the  Philadelphia 
plan  of  streets,  for  a  new  section  of  the  town,  necessi- 
tated the  exchange  of  the  hallowed  name  of  Christiana- 
ham  for  that  of  Willington,nor  why  Willington  became, 
within  fifty  years,  changed  to  that  of  Wilmington. 
Certainl}-,  Willing's  identity  is  practically  lost  in  the 
name  Wilmington  while  but  for  the  happ}'  retention 
of  the  Queen's  name  in  that  of  the  river,  there  would 
remain  no  prominent  local  title  to  suggest  that  Sweden 
ever  had  an  interest  in  the  metropolis  of  Delaware. 

It  is  not  the  aim  of  this  sketch  to  recount  the  full 
story  of  Wilmington's  varied  experience  to  the  present 
day.  It  had  many  tribulations  and  special,  heavy 
calamities  as  time  rolled  on. 

It  suffered,  in  common  with  all  the  Atlantic 
colonies,  the  woes  of  the  wars  of  the  Revolution  and 
of  1812.  But  it  never  permanently  retrograded  while 
there  was  progress  elsewhere. 

It  had  many  difl&culties  to  surmount  before  it 
could  take  its  natural  place  as  the  foundation  of  a  great 
city  of  the  future.  With  patieitt  persistence  these 
dijSiculties  have  been  overcome,  and  expansion  at 
ever}'  point  of  the  compass,  is  the  reward  of  the  effort. 


Delaware  s    hidustries.  13 

"They  are  a  plain,  strong,  industrious  people," 
wrote  Wm.  Penn,  of  the  Swedes  of  Christianaham;  and 
again:  "As  they  are  a  people  proper  and  strong  of 
body,  so  they  have  fine  children,  and  almost  every 
house  is  full.  It  is  rare  to  find  one  of  them  without 
three  or  four  boys  and  as  many  girls;  some,  six,  seven, 
and  eight  sous.  And  I  must  do  them  that  right  to 
say,  I  see  few  young  men  more  sober  and  laborious." 

The  descendants  of  these  excellently  commended 
people  are  among  the  active  workers  of  to-day  in 
Wilmington,  and  evidence  abounds  of  their  inheritance 
of  the  sober,  laborious  qualities  of  their  ancestors. 

They  justify  their  city,  and  their  city  justifies 
them. 


14  Delaivare' s   Industries. 


Ch.^pter  I 


SOME  REPRESENTATIVE  ENTERPRISES. 


The  H.\rtmann  &  Fehrenbach  Brewing  Co. 
LovERiNG  Avenue  and  Scott  Street  ;  Depot, 
4TH  AND  French  Streets. 

The  city  of  Wilmington  has  been  able  to  supply 
home  demands  in  almost  every  branch  of  trade,  and  in 
no  industry  is  this  fact  more  fully  exemplified  than 
in  the  production  of  malt  liquors.  The  representative 
house  of  the  State  is  the  establishment  of  The  Hart- 
mann  &  Fehrenbach  Brewing  Co.  This  immense  en- 
terprise had  its  inception  in  1865,  as  Messrs.  Hartmann 
&  Fehrenbach.  The  business  continued  thus  until 
1885,  when  it  was  incorporated  under  the  State  laws. 
The  original  proprietors  were  the  fathers  of  the  present 
oflBicers.  The  first  president  and  vice-president  of  the 
organization  have  been  succeeded  by  their  sons. 
From  its  establishment  the  business  has  met  with 
success  in  ever}'  instance. 

The  buildings  form  one  of  the  most  ample  plants 
in  this  countr\'.  The  work  of  building  was  under  the 
supervision  of  Mr.  Fred.  Wuuder,  an  expert  in  brew- 
ery architecture.  The  plant  occupies  about  three 
acres  of  ground.  Upon  it  have  been  erected  various 
buildings,     the     main     building,    the     engine-house, 


Delaware' s    Industries.  15 

stables  and  oflSce  building  being  the  principal  ones. 
The  main  building  is  ample  in  dimensions  and  four 
stories  in  height.  On  the  fourth  floor  are  located 
the  hot  and  cold  water  tanks,  with  a  capacity  of  210 
barrels  each  ;  from  them  the  water  used  for  brewing- 
purposes  runs  to  the  third  floor,  or  the  mash  room. 
After  passing  through  the  processes  here,  it  runs  to 
the  kettle,  holding  about  180  barrels  ;  and  from  there 
to  the  hop  jack,  holding  about  the  same  quantity.  It 
is  here  pumped  to  the  cooling  room,  on  the  fourth 
floor,  which  is  kept  at  very  low  degree  of  temperature. 
It  then  passes  over  the  patent  cooling  apparatus  and  is 
pumped  into  the  fermenting  room,  which  contains  27 
tanks,  each  holding  75  barrels.  After  having  passed 
through  the  process  of  fermentation,  it  is  taken  to  the 
storage  vaults,  located  below  the  ground  floor ;  they 
have  been  quarried  out  of  solid  rock,  and  are  fitted 
throughout  with  a  freezing  apparatus.  Storage  vats 
are  used,  each  holding  from  250  to  300  barrels.  It  is 
then  ready  for  barreling,  all  this  being  done  in  the 
vaults,  no  warm  air  being  allowed  to  strike  the  liquors. 

The  finest  grade  of  malt  is  used.  After  having 
passed  through  the  shakers,  it  passes  through  the 
mill,  which  is  fitted  with  a  peculiar  magnet,  which 
cleanses  it  from  all  iron  or  metal  substances.  This  is 
also  a  great  prevention  against  fire,  as  it  removes 
everything  that  CDuld  possibly  cause  friction.  In 
addition  to  this  every  precaution  is  used  to  prevent 
conflagration,  a  fire  box  being  on  each  floor,  and  with 
it  are  two  hundred  feet  of  hose. 

In  every  department  the  best  possible  appliances 
have  been   brought   into    operation,   the   firm   having 


1 6  Delaware  s    Industries. 

sunk  an  artesian  well  to  the  depth  1,100  feet,  in  order 
to  obtain  pure  water.  Steam  power  and  electric  lights 
are  used. 

All  appliances  have  been  so  well  arranged  that 
the  firm  are  able  to  make  three  brewings  in  twenty- 
four  hours,  which  is  a  much  larger  capacitj-  than  pos- 
sessed by  any  other  brewery  in  this  State.  The  firm 
were  the  first  to  adopt  the  ice  machine  in  the  State  of 
Delaware,  and  the  company  has  just  replaced  the 
original  plant  with  one  of  latest  improvement  and  of 
65  tons  capacity.  The  brewery  in  this  respect  is  one  of 
the  most  complete  in  the  country .  If  we  may  be  allowed 
to  use  the  expression  of  a  brewery  expert,  we  may 
say,  "  that  it  is  one  of  the  most  complete  breweries,  in 
ever}'  sense,  in  the  country." 

The  annual  capacity  amounts  to  about  75,000 
barrels  of  malt  liquors,  consisting  almost  entirel)^  of 
fine  grade  lager  beers  and  porter.  The  trade  is  very 
extensive,  extending  throughout  the  peninsula  and 
parts  of  Pennsylvania  and  Maryland. 

The  management  of  affairs  is  devolved  upon  the 
following  ofiicers  : — 

Mr.  John  G.  Hartmann,  President  ;  Mr.  J.  George 
Fehrenbach,  Vice-President ;  Mr.  Levi  A.  Bertolette, 
General  Manager  :  Mr.  John  S.  Rossell,  Secretary  and 
Treasurer.  These  gentlemen  are  all  young,  active 
and  energetic  business  men,  and  the  success  of  the 
house  is  largely  due  to  their  untiring  eflforts. 

They  have  all  been  residents  of  the  city  for  a 
number  of  years,  and  are  very  well  known  in  connec- 
tion with  every  enterprise  that  tends  toward  its  ulti- 
mate success. 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  i6a 

George  H.  CantwelIv,  M.D.,  N.W  Corner  Eighth 
AND  Spruce  Streets. 

This  wideh^  and  popularly  known  young  physi- 
cian and  pharmacist  of  Wilmington  is  a  fitting  illus- 
tration of  what  hard  study,  industry  and  honesty  will 
accomplish. 

Dr.  Cantwell  was  born  at  Marley,  near  Elkton, 
Cecil  county,  Maryland,  and  is  a  descendant  of  Emer- 
son Cantw^ell,  the  first  sheriff  of  the  State  of  Delaware. 
The  doctor  at  an  early  age  came  to  this  city,  and,  with 
the  exception  of  his  school  days,  has  resided  here  ever 
since.  At  the  age  of  seventeen  years  he  entered  the 
drug  business,  and,  after  a  thorough  and  complete 
course  of  study,  engaged  in  the  business  for  himself   ■ 

The  finest  drug-store  in  this  immediate  section  is 
undoubtedly  that  of  Dr.  G.  H.  Cantwell.  This  gen- 
tleman established  his  business  on  the  southeast  corner 
of  Eighth  and  Spruce  streets  about  ten  years  ago,  and 
about  two  years  ago  the  present  quarters  w^ere  obtained. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is 
fitted  and  furnished  in  the  most  beautiful  manner. 
The  prescription  department  is  under  the  personal 
supervision  of  the  proprietor,  thus  assuring  accuracy 
in  this  responsible  avocation. 

A  general  line  of  drugs,  patent  medicines,  per- 
fumery and  toilet  articles  is  kept;  also  physicians'  and 
surgeons'  requisites,  and  everything  in  this  line. 

Several  skilled  clerks  are  employed. 

Dr.  Cantwell  enjoys  the  credit  of  being  the  young- 
est druggists'  apprentice  having   passed  the  Philadel- 


1 6b  Delaware's  Industries. 

pliia  Pharmaceutical  Rxaminin^  Board.   He  also  grad- 
uated from  the  Jefferson  Medical  College,  class  of  '84. 

In  connection  with  his  business  here,  he  enjoys  :i 
large  and  lucrative  practice.  Since  locating  here  he 
has  won  the  esteem  of  those  with  whom  he  forms  pro- 
fessional and  business  relations.  Not  only  has  his 
name  become  a  household  word  as  a  physician  and 
surgeon,  but  he  is  also  familiarly  known  as  "the  kind- 
hearted  little  doctor"  who  never  refused  to  render  his 
valuable  services  and  medicines  to  those  who  are 
unable  to  pay  for  such. 

Among  the  various  secret  fraternities  he  is  also 
widely  known,  being  an  active  member  of  Old  Asylum 
Lodge, No.  23,  I.  O.  O.  F.;  Reynolds  Encampment,  No. 
3,  I.  O.  O.  F,;  a  Free  and  Accepted  Master  Mason;  Ka- 
dosh  Commandery,  K.  of  M.;  Excelsior  Lodge,  No.  7, 
K.  of  P.;  Warwick  Castle,  No.  8,  K.  G.  E.;  the  Im 
proved  Order  of  Red  Men,  American  Mechanics,  etc.. 
and  at  present  the  medical  examiner  of  Brandywine 
Lodge,  No.  4,  Shield  of  Honor;  Wilmington  Lodge, 
No.  137,  Order  of  Tonti;  Delaware  Lodge,  Sexennial 
League,  the  Girard,  etc. 


Delaware's  Industries.  17 

W.    B.    Clerk  &  Co.,    Morocco  Manufacturers. 

Ninth  and  Walnut  Streets. 

The  morocco  industries  of  this  city  received  a 
strong  exponent  in  the  personages  of  Messrs.  W.  B. 
Clerk  &  Co.,  about  two  and  a  half  years  ago.  Mr. 
Clerk  was  formerly  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Clerk, 
Lennox  &  Briggs,  of  Haverhill,  Mass.  Retiring  from 
that  concern  three  years  ago,  he  came  to  this  city  and 
started  this  plant. 

The  premises  occupied  are  the  old  Franklin  Mills. 
The  dimensions  of  the  main  building  are  136x52  feet, 
five  and  a  half  stories  in  height,  with  an  L  118x32 
feet,  two  stories  in  height.  All  the  newest  and  best 
appliances  are  used. 

Fine  grades  of  leather  are  turned  out,  glazed  kid 
and  pebbles  being  the  principal  productions  The 
house  make  a  specialty  of  colors,  being  the  only  hou.se 
in  the  city  devoting  any  time  to  this  line.  The  aver- 
age capacity  is  about  250  dozens  daily,  this  being 
second  in  size  in  the  city. 

Mr.  Clerk,  the  head  of  the  firm,  is  an  old-timer  at 
this  business,  and  is  fully  conversant  with  its  many 
details  The  trade  of  the  house  lies  principally  in 
New  England. 


Delaware  Chemical  Company.  Manufacturers 
OF  Ammonia,  South  Side  Market  Street. 
The  manuTacture  of  ice  has  given  rise  to  several 
concerns  for  the  manufacture  of  ammonia  used  in  the 
process  of  ice  making.  Among  the  largest  in  this 
line  mav  be  mentioned  the  Delaware  Chemical  Com- 


1 8  Delaivare'  s   Industries. 

pany.  This  concern  was  incorporated  in  1886.  The 
plant  occupies  an  area  of  about  200x225  ^^^^  ^^ 
dimensions  with  many  buildings  thereon.  The  prin- 
cipal ones,  however,  are  the  factory  and  the  store 
house. 

Only  two  kinds  of  products  are  turned  out,  aqua 
and  anhydrous  ammonia;  the  latter  being  the  main 
article.  It  is  the  fluid  used  in  refrigerating  and  ice 
machines,  and  there  are  but  few  firms  in  the  countr}' 
that  are  able  to  produce  it.  The  demand  is  large  and 
it  has  a  ready  sale  all  over  this  country,  Europe,  South 
America,  etc. 

During  the  season  upwards  of  fifteen  capable 
workmen  are  employed  to  further  the  interests  of  the 
business. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  D.  Warner, 
W.  G.  Pennypacker,  and  H.  J.  Krebs.  The  latter 
gentleman  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  chemist,  and 
it  was  through  his  efforts  that  this  plant  was  started. 
By  assiduous  attention  to  the  minutest  details  and 
executive  ability,  he  commands  the  esteem  of  those 
with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


AiNSwoRTH  Boiler  and  Pipe  Covering  Co.  ;  Fac- 
tory, 521  E.  4TH  Street;  Office  829  Washing- 
ton Street. 

The  protection  of  wood-work,  etc.,  from  the  heated 
pipes  of  a  furnace  or  boiler  has  become  one  of  the 
hardest  problems  to  solve.  Many  coverings  and  cas- 
ings have  been  made,  among  the  best  and  most  promi- 
nently known  is  that  of  the  Ainsworth  Boiler  and  Pipe 


Delaware's   Industries. 


19 


Covering  Co.  This  firm  had  its  original  establish- 
ment about  twenty  j^ears  ungler  the  management  of 
Mr.  E.  Ainsworth,  and  about  six  5^ears  ago  the  present 
incorporation  was  formed. 

The  plant  for  manufacturing  occupies  a  building 
about  20x100  feet  in  dimensions  and  two  stories  in 
height. 

The  composition  turned  out  has  all  the  advantages 
of  asbestos  and  is  cheaper;  it  is  partly  mineral  and 
partly  vegetable  in  composition.  Eight  capable  men 
are  employed  in  the  manufacture. 


The  firm  have  many  references  from  the  largest 
and  best  houses  in  the  country:  notably  John  Wana- 
maker,  Philadelphia;  J.  S.  Thorn,  Philadelphia;  Cam- 
bria Iron  Co.,  Johnstown,  Pa.;  Robert  Wetherell  & 
Co.,  Chester,  Pa.;  the  P.  R.  R.  and  P.  W.  &  B. 
R.  R.  Go's;  and,  in  fact,  nearly  all  the  principal  users 
of  steam  in  this  city,  and  Philadelphia,  Baltimore,  and 
all  large  cities. 

The  officers  are  W.  H.  Ainsworth,  President;  Jos. 
D.  Ainsworth, Vice-President;  E.  Ainsworth,  Secretary 


20 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


and  Treasurer.  These  gentlemen  are  all  highly  ex- 
perienced and  practical  men  in  this  line;  the)^  are  all 
prominent  residents  of  the  cit}-. 


AiNSWORTH    &    I^INGO,    PROPRIETORS    AND    PaTTEN- 

TEENS   OF  Steam    Blow  Pipe   Cleanser  and 

Circulator. 

There  have  been  many  patents  issued  with  the 
idea  of  preventing  the  sedement  in  the  bottom  of  a 
boiler.     The  best  that  has  come  before  our  notice  is 


the  steam  blow  pipe  cleanser  and  circulator,  made 
under  the  patents  of  Messrs.  Ainsworth  &  Lingo.  By 
means  of  this  invention  all  sediment  and  grease  is  taken 
from  the  bottom  of  the  boiler  whenever  the  blow-off 
pipe  is  opened.  Above  will  be  seen  a  cut  of  this  con- 
trivance with  an  explanation  annexed. 


Delaware' s   Indiistries .  21 

Explanation  figure  no.  i. 

Figure  No.  i  is  a  horizontal  section  of  a  boiler 
showing  the  improved  cleansing  pipe  in  position.  No. 
2  is  a  vertical  section  of  the  same  and  a  detailed  view 
of  a  portion  of  the  circulating  and  cleansing  pipe.  A 
is  the  shell  of  a  cylindrical  steam  boiler,  and  B  is  the 
blow-off  pipe.  C — the  screw  thumb  coupling  sleeve 
being  bent  it  follows  that  the  compound  sectional  thus 
formed  is  placed  in  the  boiler  in  a  horizontal  position 
and  is  connected  with  the  Blow-ofF  Pipe.  B — the 
coupling  sleeve  rests  on  the  curved  wall  of  the  boiler, 
so  that  the  section  C  extends  across  the  lowest  portion 
of  the  boiler  as  shown  in  Figure  No.  2.  The  sectional 
perforated  pipe  not  only  serves  for  cleansing  the  boiler, 
but  strictly  maintaining  a  circulation  of  the  boiler, 
from  the  fact  the  water  is  forced  into  the  pipe  in  all 
directions  through  said  perforated  pipe.  The  entire 
length  of  the  boiler,  and  the  end  of  the  pipe  is  closed 
with  a  plug,  so  that  all  of  the  impurities  must  come 
through  the  perforation  as  shown  in  Figure  i . 

We  guarantee  this  pipe  to  give  satisfaction.  We 
will  take  it  again  at  our  own  expense  if  it  does  not  do 
what  we  claim. 

The  members  of  the  iirm  are  Messrs.  E.  Ains- 
worth  and  L/Ouis  H.  Lingo.  Both  gentlemen  have  been 
residents  of  this  city  for  some  time  and  are  very  well 
known  in  this  line  of  trade. 

DIRECTIONS  FOR  USING  AINSWORTH  &  LINGO'S  PATENT 
STEAM    BLOW. 

First. — Blow  down  your  boiler  after  standing 
still,  especially  upon  a  boat;  also  with  a  stationary  as 
far  as  practicable.     Do  not  fail  to  observe  this  rule. 


22  Delaware' s  IndustHes. 

Second. — It  should  be  blown  at  least  once  every 
twenty-four  hours,  and  then  observe  the  amount  of 
mud  and  grease  that  is  thrown  off.  If  you  follow 
closely  this  rule,  you  will  not  have  to  clean  j'our  boiler 
more  than  once  a  year,  or  perhaps  not  at  all.  The  ex- 
perienced ^^-ngineer  knows  that  sediment,  grease  and 
other  impurities  cause  a  galvanic  action  in  boilers, 
where  there  is  no  circulation,  and  this  blow  pipe  is 
guaranteed  to  prevent  anything  of  that  kind. 

Third  — Blow  all  stationary  boilers  once  during 
the  day.  Always  blow  a  little  before  starting  if  pos- 
sible, and  throw  off  the  sediment  or  mud.  If  you 
watch  closeh^  the  discharge  you  will  see  the  good 
effect. 

Fourth. — When  in  use  on  steamboats,  and  espe- 
ciallj"  where  there  is  much  mud  this  rule  should  be 
specially  observed.  Before  starting  in  the  morning 
and  laying  up  for  the  night,  or  laying  for  any  length 
of  time,  at  night  3'ou  should  open  j-our  blow  pipe  and 
throw  off  that  which  has  settled.  If  you  notice  the 
discharge,  you  will  be  convinced  of  its  usefulness  and 
economy,  and  the  great  saving  of  time.  Besides  its 
simplicity  and  purpose  it  excels  anything  that  is  before 
the  public.  Be  careful  and  close  the  blow  tight  before 
leavino-  it. 


Ainsworth's  Improved  Belt  Clamp. 

Explanation. — B  and  A,  ends  of  belt.  B2  and 
B2  clamp  bars  with  corrugation  that  acts  like  a  vise  in 
holding  the  belt  from  slipping  through  the  clamp. 
Bars  C  and  C  at  four  corners,  the  bolts  that  hold  clamps 
firmly  together  on  the  belt.     D  and  D,  rods  with  right 


Delaware' s   Industries.  23 

and  lett  hand  screws  that  draw  both  ends  of  the  belt 
together  at  the  same  time.  E  and  E,  ratchets  that 
turn  the  rods  and   cause  the  two  ends  of  the  belt  to 


approach  each  other  rapidly.  C  and  C,  thumb  screws 
which,  by  turning,  changes  the  ratchet  and  causes  it 
to  work  right  and  left  hand.  F  and  F,  ratchet  handle 
that  screws  into  the  end  of  ratchet,  four  at  ends  of 
clamps  is  four  nuts  on  ends  of  rods,  and  C  and  C  at 
the  four  ends,  are  the  tips  that  hold  the  nuts  from 
turning. 


The  J.    Barkley    &    Bro's.    Co.,    Steam   Candy 
Works  and  Cracker  Bakers,  S.  W.  Corner 
Fourth  and  French  Streets. 
Notwithstanding  the  strong  competition  brought 
to  bear  on  Wilmington,  from  Philadelphia  and  Balti- 
more, in  some  lines  of  goods  the  manufacturers  have 


Delaware' s    Industries.  25 

been  able  to  hold  their  own  against  all  comers,  notably 
The  J.  Barkley  &  Bro's.  Co.,  who  started  here  in  1868. 
and  in  1884  the  incorporation  was  formed. 

This  firm  have  b}'  energy  and  push  built  up  a 
trade  extending  all  over  Delaware  and  portions  of 
Maryland  and  Pennsylvania. 

The  plant  occupies  a  building  about  75  feet  square 
and  is  four  stories  high  ;  it  is  fitted  with  all  the  newest 
and  most  novel  labor  saving  inventions.  Constant 
employment  is  given  to  from  25  to  40  capable  assistants. 

Every  facility  for  making  candy  is  used,  notably 
the  "candy  toy  machine"  that  was  on  exhibition  at 
the  Centennial  in  Philadelphia  during  1876.  It  is  well 
to  remark  here  that  there  are  onlj-  three  other  such 
machines  in  the  country,  one  each,  in  New  York, 
Philadelphia  and  Chicago. 

The  products  of  the  house  consist  of  all  kinds  of 
crackers,  cakes,  candy,   lozenges,   caramels,  etc.,   and 
the  firm  are  extensive  dealers  in  foreign  and  domestic 
fruits  and  nuts.     They  are  the  agents  for  the  E.   I 
Dupont  de  Nemours  &  Company  Powder  Works. 

The  officers  of  the  company  are  James  Barkley. 
President ;  Samuel  Barkley,  Vice  President  ;  M.  S. 
Barkley,  Secretary  and  Treasurer.  They  have  all 
spent  many  years  in  this  business  and  are  fulh^  alive  to 
the  demands  of  the  trade  and  are  able  to  supply  it. 


Diamond  State  Brewery,  Joseph  Stoeckle,  Pro- 
prietor, Fifth  and  Adams  Streets. 
The    consumption  of  malt  liquors  has  increased 

greatly  in  this  country  during  the  past  twenty  j^ears. 


26 


Delaware' s    Industries. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  27 

It  is  partially  due  to  the  improved  order  of  product 
and  the  influx  of  foreigners  into  this  country.  There 
is  not  an  establishment  in  this  section  of  the  country 
bearing  a  more  favorable  reputation  than  that  of  Mr. 
Joseph  Stoeckle.  This  business  is  the  direct  outcome 
of  Messrs.  Nebeker  Bro's.  business  vi^ho  founded  here 
in  1859  ;  Mr.  Stoeckle  took  the  management  in  1874 
and  by  increased  facilities  added  a  new  stimilus  to  the 
nucleus  already  formed.  In  1881  it  was  unfortunately 
destroyed  by  fire,  nothing  daunted,  the  enterprising 
p  oprietor  at  once  rebuilt  anew  the  present  large  and 
handsome  building  in  the  next  year.  These  new 
quarters  are  fully  equipped  with  the  newest  improved 
appliances,  apparatus,  and  machinery,  and  an  immense 
amount  of  capital  is  invested  in  the  plant. 

The  building  is  five  stories  in  height  and  is  one  of 
the  best  appointed  breweries  in  this  country.  The 
works  are  driven  by  a  steam  engine  of  80-horse  power 
and  every  other  trade  convenience  is  enjoj^ed. 

The  house  are  most  careful  in  the  production  of 
malt  beverages  to  see  that  no  deleterious  substances 
are  allowed  to  enter  into  the  product.  The  art  of 
chemistry  has  been  brought  to  bear  on  this  branch  in 
the  case  of  testing,  and  by  scientific  processes,  the 
product  has  been  improved  to  a  great  extent.  This 
enormous  plant  has  greatly  added  to  the  increased 
facilities  of  Wilmington  as  a  manufacturing  centre. 

The  annual  output  is  something  like  30,000  barrels. 
To  locally  distribute  this,  necessitates  the  employment 
of  22  head  of  horses  and  the  necessary  number  of  de- 
livery wagons.  Upwards  of  35  skilled  men  are  con- 
stantly employed  in  the  manufacture  of  malt  liquors. 


28  Delaware' s    hidustries. 

The  trade  of  the  house  extends  all  over  the  penin- 
sular and  parts  of  Pennsylvania,  Marjdand  and  Virginia, 
and  wherever  introduced  has  won  the  highest  cot  i- 
ments  for  purity  and  flavor. 

A  specialty  of  the  house  is  Dublin  Stout  in  bul  c 
and  bottles.     This  is  in  everyway  equal  to  the  iniportt 
article  and  finds  a  ready  sale. 

Mr.   Stoeckle  is  too  well-known  to  require   au;- 
comment  at  our  hands,  having  been  a  prominent  ^esi 
dent  of  this  city  since  1854,  he  is  regarded  as  a  liberal, 
consistent  business  man  in  trade  circles. 


LiNDivEY  C.  Kent,  Lumber,  S.  E.  Corxer  Front 
AND  Monroe  Streets. 

Among  the  larger  industries  of  Wilmington  the 
lumber  trade  does  not  stand  at  the  last.  There  are 
many  large  companies  in  this  line  of  trade,  among  them 
may  be  mentioned  the  establishment  of  Mr.  Lindley 
C.  Kent.  This  business  was  originalh-  establi.shed  in 
1873  under  the  same  name  that  it  now  carries. 

The  yard  is  large  and  arranged  in  the  most  com- 
modious manner,  the  dimensions  of  it  are  135  feet  "^n 
Front,  with  a  depth  on  Monroe  street  of  128  feet,  it  is 
almost  entirely  sheded  with  about  13,000  square  feet 
of  roofing.  A  siding  comes  into  the  yard  from  the 
W.  &  N.  R.  R.,  thus  giving  all  the  best  facilitie.-^  for 
shipping  and  receiving. 

The  trade  done  is  principally  in  building  lumber 
and  hardwoods  of  all  kinds.  When  running  normally 
the  business  gives  employment  to  10  capable  workmen. 


Delaware  s   Indtistries.  29 

Mr.  Kent  is  a  native  of  Chester  County,  Pa.,  but 
has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  since  1866,  he  has 
taken  an  active  interest  in  everything  tending  towards 
the  citj-'s  welfare.  He  has  been  in  this  business 
almost  continuousl}'  since  1866  and  is  thoroughly 
familiar  with  all  the  nianv  details  of  the  trade. 


Gawthrop  &  Bro.  Co.,  Plumbers,  Steam  and 
Gas  Fitters  Supplies,  102  and  104  W.  Fourth 
Street, 

Certainly  there  is  not  a  more  prominent  firm  in 
Wilmington,  devoted  to  this  line  of  trade,  than  the 
Gawthrop  &  Bro.  Co.  This  business  was  originally 
opened  in  1857  by  the  father  of  the  present  proprietors, 
and  after  passing  through  various  changes  became  in- 
corporated in  1888.  A  very  large  and  handsome 
building  was  erected  some  time  ago  by  them  for  their 
own  use.  It  is  90x120  feet  in  dimensions.  The  first  floor 
being  used  as  a  showroom  and  office  as  well  as  the  fitting 
shop.  The  building  is  fitted  with  all  the  best  appli- 
ances for  carrying  on  a  business  of  this  sort,  an  engine 
of  30-horse  power  is  used  to  propel  the  machinery  aad 
the  building  is  heated  by  steam  throughout,  having  all 
the  modern  improvements.  All  the  newest  designs  for 
sanitary  plumbing  are  to  be  found  here.  Steam  and 
gas  fittings  are  also  sold  extensively  all  through  this 
State,  Pennsylvania,  Maryland  and  New  Jersey.  The 
firm  are  the  agents  for  the  Halladay  Standard  Wind- 
mill, the  merits  of  the  mill  are  too  well-known  to  re- 
quire elucidation  here.  They  are  jobbers  in  all  kinds 
of  steam  fitting  and  plumbing  materials. 


30  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Constant  employment  is  given  to  from  30  to  50 
skilled  workmen  in  the  different  branches  and  no  lack 
of  attention  is  bestowed  upon  the  interests  of  the  trade. 

The  officers  are  Alfred  Gawthrop,  President  ;  J. 
N.  Gawthrop,  Vice-President;  W.J.  Gawthrop,  Sec- 
retary ;  B.  F.  Shaw,  Treasurer  and  General  Superin- 
tendent. These  gentlemen  have  all  been  identified 
with  this  line  for  many  years.  They  are  all  well- 
known,  socially,  politicall}'  and  commercially  and 
command  the  highest  esteem  in  trade  circles. 


McCabe  «&  Darragh,   Wagon^  Builders,  Fourth 

AND  Walnut  Streets. 

The  demand  for  fancy  delivery  wagons  has  grown 
to  such  proportions  lateh^  that  many  houses  through- 
out the  country  have  devoted  their  energies  to  this 
kind  of  work.  In  this  city  may  be  mentioned  Messrs. 
McCabe  &  Darragh.  This  firm  had  its  original  incep- 
tion in  1884.  xVt  that  time  they  produced  nearly 
everything  in  the  carriage  line,  but,  little  b}'  little,  it 
has  changed  until  it  is  now  almost  exclusively  delivery 
wagons. 

The  premises  occupied  are  about  150x100  feet  in 
dimensions  and  four  floors  in  height.  The  first  floor 
is  used  as  a  show-room,  while  the  upper  floors  are  used 
for  manufacturing  and  storage  purposes.  The  building 
is  everywhere  fitted  with  the  newest  and  most  approved 
appliances,  giving  employment  to  about  fift}'  men.  The 
annual  capacity  is  about  1,300,  and  it  is  surprising 
how  cheapl}'  they  can  sell  a  wagon  made  of  the  best 
materials. 


Delaware' s    Indtistries.  31 

The  trade  has  no  territorial  boundary  lines,  ex- 
tending all  over  the  country  and  in  parts  of  the  West 
Indies. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  John  C.  McCabe 
and  Mr.  Rich.  Darragh.  Both  gentlemen  are  thor- 
oughly familiar  with  all  the  many  details  of  this  busi- 
ness, and  know  just  where  the  cost  of  production  may 
be  reduced. 


Tatnall  Bros.,  Flour,    Feed,  Grain,  Etc.,   ioi 
Maryland  Avenue. 

The  most  prominent  and  best  known  house  deal- 
ing in  this  class  of  stuff  is  Messrs.  Tatnall  Bros.  This 
house  was  originally  launched  upon  its  successful 
business  career,  in  1879,  by  A.  R.  Tatnall,  at  713 
Lancaster  avenue,  then  known  as  Front  street.  In 
1883  the  firm  was  changed  to  Tatnall  Bros,  by  the 
admission  of  Thomas  Tatnall  to  the  firm,  and  the 
commodious  warehouse  was  built  at  loi  Maryland  ave- 
nue during  this  year.  The  business  now,  however,  is 
carried  on  by  Mr.  A.  R.  Tatnall,  under  the  firm-name 
of  Tatnall  Bros. 

The  business  occupies  a  large  and  extensive 
building,  three  stories  in  height,  60x32  feet  in  dimen- 
sioiis,  and  is  filled  with  labor-saving  appliances  for 
handling  the  grain,  etc.  A  siding  from  the  Wilmington 
and  Northern  Railroad  is  extended  into  the  building 
and  grain  elevator,  and  conveyors  place  the  grain  in 
any  bin  in  the  house  ;  the  bins  are  hoppered  so  that 
one  man  on   the  first  floor  can  draw  off  all  the  orrain 


32  Delaware' s    Indtistries. 

into  bags  without  aii}-  trimming  ;  and  as  the  grain  is 
unloaded  special  cleaning  machinery  is  used  to  remove 
all  chaff,  dirt,  seeds,  etc. 

One  run  of  French  burr  stones  are  used  for  grind- 
ing feed.  This  machinery  is  all  driven  by  an  Otto  gas 
engine.  The  firm  have  put  in  new  machinery  for 
recleaning  oats,  and  have  saved  the  horses  of  Wilming- 
ton from  eating  over  10,000  pounds  of  dirt,  which  has 
been  taken  out  of  the  oats  within  the  past  year. 

This  house  deals  in  feed,  grain,  cotton  seed  meal, 
hay,  straw,  flour,  buckwheat,  etc.  A  specialty  of  the 
house  is  fine  flours,  all  the  leading  brands  being  con- 
stantly kept  on  hand.  Employment  is  given  to  about 
four  capable  men  ;  the  small  number  is  owing  to  the 
labor-saving  machinery  and  no  hauling  of  goods  into 
house.     Several  teams  are  used  to  deliver  orders. 

A.  R.  Tatnall;  the  head  of  the  firm,  has  been 
a  life-long  resident  of  the  city,  and  is  very  well 
known,  being  of  one  of  the  oldest  and  best  families  in 
the  city. 


QuiGLEY  &  Mullen,  Wholesale  Grocers,  No.  107 
AND  109  Market  Steeet. 

The  largest  concern  devoting  its  energies  to  this 
branch  of  trade  is  that  of  Messrs.  Quigley  &  Mul^n. 
These  gentlemen  established  business  here  about  seven 
years  ago,  and  as  the  years  have  gone  by,  the  trade 
has  been  steadily  increasing,  extending  itself  over  all 
this  State  and  parts  of  Maryland,  Pennsylvania  and 
Virginia. 


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The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  five-story 
building  25x120  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a  frontage  on 
Market  and  Shipley  Street.  The  stock  carried  is  very 
heavy,  comprising  everything  that  could  possibly  come 
under  the  head  of  groceries. 

Several  traveling  salesman  are  employed,  who 
cover  the  surrounding  country, 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  S. 
Quigley  and  W.  D.  Mullen,  Jr.,  both  gentlemen  of 
vast  experience  in  this  line.  They  are  capable  of 
supplying  the  demands  of  the  finest  trade. 


The  Brandywine  Mills,  and  a  Little  of  Their 

History. 

The  milling  world  would  indeed  be  insensible  to 
the  traditions  of  its  industries  if  the  history  of  the 
Brandywine  Mills  should  fail  to  excite  more  than  a 
passing  interest,  a  history  carrying  us  back,  as  it  does, 
to  the  primitive  times  and  crude  method  of  the  old 
"grist  mills"  of  the  last  century;  to  the  times  when 
the  faithful  steed  carried  the  whole  supply  and 
manufactured  product  to  and  from  the  mill,  to  the  times 
of  the  jolly  miller,  who  was  master,  servant,  and  an 
between,  with  perhaps  a  half-grown  boy  as  sleepy  ap- 
prentice. We  can  follow  the  story  of  these  mills  down 
through  the  stirring  period  of  the  revolution,  then  drag- 
ging along  in  a  slow,  thoroughly  satisfied,  well-worn 
rut  to  the  40's  and  the  era  of  the  bustling,  noisy  Con- 
estoga  wagons,  then  through  the  days  of  the  rapid 
advances  of  Western  milling  and  adoption  of  the  roller 
system  till  we  again  see  the  Brandywine  noted  for  its 


34  Delaware' s  hidustries. 

products  and  the  mills  keeping  step  with  the  long 
strides  and  swift  march  of  improvement  that  have  been 
going  on  in  American  manufactureres. 

The  Brandy  wine  Mills,  now  owned  by  the  William 
Lea  &  Sons  Company,  and  for  over  a  centurj^  in  pos- 
session of  the  family  now  owning  them,  constitutes 
one  of  the  historic  institutions  of  Wilmington,  Del., 
and  their  stor5^  if  fully  written  out,  would  afford  a 
complete  picture  of  the  rise  of  the  milling  interests  of 
the  United  States.  From  the  time  they  were  built 
until  wnthin  a  few  decades,  they  held  their  place  as  the 
finest  mills  on  the  continent,  regulating  the  price  of 
grain  through  a  very  extensive  portion  of  the  country; 
and  supplying  the  bulk  of  exports  to  the  West  Indies 
and  other  places.  The  rapid  growth  of  the  milling 
industry,  and  also  rapid  increase  in  the  consumption  of 
American  goods,  has  spread  the  sources  of  supply  over 
the  whole  country,  but  the  Brandywine  Mills  of  the 
present  day  hold  very  much  the  same  relative  position 
that  the  old  ones  did.  Thus  these  mills  enjoy  a  dis- 
tinction different  from,  it  is  true,  but  far  exceeding 
that  of  the  primative  ones  from  which  they  have  been 
slowly  developed.  There  are  larger  mills  in  the 
country,  but  none  that  are  better  appointed  or  whose 
products  are  more  widely  or  uniformly  sought.  Very 
few,  indeed,  are  aware  of  the  antiquity  of  the  mills  on 
the  Brandj^wine.  In  a  deed  bearing  date  of  Maj'  i, 
1729,  mention  is  made,  among  other  buildings,  of 
"two  gristmills  and  two  boulting  mills."  This  prop- 
erty, owned  as  earh^  as  167 1  by  Dr.  Stidham,  was  con- 
veyed at  the  date  first  mentioned,  by  Samuel  Kirk  to 
John  Richardson      It  subsequenth'  was  purchased   by 


Delaware' s  hidustries.  35 

Kirk  and  passed  in  a  few  years  through  several  hands, 
finally  all  coming  into  the  possession  of  Oliver  Canby. 
Oliver  Canby  has  always  been  stated  to  have  built 
the  first  mill  in  1742,  but  his  mill  had  certainly  two 
predecessors,  however  humble  they  may  have  been. 
They  doubtless  were  very  crude  affairs,  and  having 
been  destroyed  by  fire  at  an  early  day,  have  been  easily 
almost  overlooked.  Canbj^'s  was  probably  the  first 
mill  of  anj^  importance.  To  that  mill  the  Swedes  and 
early  settlers  on  both  sides  of  the  Delaware  brought 
their  grist  in  small  row  boats. 

Oliver  Canby  died  about  1755,  and  the  mill  be- 
came the  property  of  Thomas  Shipley,  who  in  1762 
built  the  structure  which  became  famous  as  the  "Old 
Shiple\'  Mill,"  and  which  eventually  became  the 
property  of  William  Canby.  Other  mills  were  soon 
after  built  upon  the  south  side  and  attention  was  then 
turned  to  the  north  side,  which  so  far  had  been 
neglected  fearing  it  could  not  be  improved  on  account 
of  the  great  masses  of  rock  jetting  out  into  the  stream. 
However,  in  1770,  James  and  William  Marshall  con- 
tracted to  make  the  necessary  improvement,  and  build 
a  mill,  but  the  digging  of  the  race  proved  more  of  an 
undertaking  than  they  had  expected,  and  they  sold  the 
contract  to  Joseph  Tatnall,  who  was  precisely  the  man 
needed  at  this  juncture  of  affairs  and  whose  energy 
was  of  great  benefit  in  developing  the  great  milling 
business  of  the  Brandy  wine.  He  gave  up  his  interests 
on  the  south  side,  built  mills  upon  the  north  side  and 
with  his  son-in-law  Thomas  Lea,  built  up  a  large 
business  there.  To  these  two  must  be  ascribed  the 
worth   and  fame  which  was   attained  by  the  Brandy- 


36  Delaware^  s  Industries. 

wine  Mills  from  the  outset.  Building  went  on  rapidly 
and  in  1774  there  were  as  many  as  eight  mills,  four  on 
each  side,  so  it  will  be  seen  that  before  the  revolution 
Wilmington  possessed  a  milling  industry  of  no  mean 
magnitude. 

When  the  struggle  for  independence  broke  out, 
Shipley,  Tatnall  and  Lea  were  able,  through  Robert 
Morris,  Washington's  financier,  to  supply  very  con- 
siderable quantities  of  flour  and  meal  to  the  patriot 
troops  encamped  at  various  times  in  this  region. 
Shortly  before  the  memorable  battle  of  the  Brandywine 
Washington  ordered  the  dismantling  of  several  mills 
in  northern  Delaware  and  adjacent  portions  of  Penn- 
sylvania, for  fear  that  they  might  fall  into  the  hands 
of  the  British,  whom  it  was  apprehended  would  cross 
the  Brandywine  in  the  vicinity  of  Wilmington.  These 
mills  were  among  them,  and  the  order  signed  by 
Washington  and  cautioning  the  utmost  haste  and  great 
secrecy  in  the  removal  of  the  "running  or  upper  stones" 
is  still  preserved.  The  work  was  duly  accomplished 
and  they  were  ultimately  recovered,  for,  by  order  of 
the  great  commander,  they  had  been  marked  to  dis- 
tinguish them  from  other  stones  taken  at  the  same 
time.  It  may  be  here  remarked  that  the  Tatnall  house 
was  Washington's  headquarters  and  the  same  doors 
which  opened  so  hospitably  to  him  and  Lafayette,  were 
later  compelled  to  swing  upon  their  hinges  for  the 
entrance  of  a  party  of  British  officers  when  they  took 
possession  of  Wilmington.  During  this  time  wheat 
and  flour  brought  the  highest  apparent  prices  ever 
known  in  the  history  of  milling.  The  old  books  at 
the  Brandywine  Mills   show  that  in  1780  wheat  was 


Delaware' s   Industries.  37 

bought  for  ^24  a  bushel,  and  some  three  hundred 
barrels  of  flour  was  sold  for  the  gross  sum  of  ^21,000. 
It  is  unneccessary  to  add  that  the  currency  was  some- 
what inflated  at  this  period.  After  the  Revolution 
some  curious  laws  were  aflecting  the  milling  interests. 
In  1785  the  legislature  of  Delaware  passed  an  act  com- 
pelling the  mills  to  set  aside  certain  days  for  a  year 
ahead,  which  the  "said  mills  should  appropriate  to  the 
grinding  and  manufacturing  of  wheat  and  any  other 
grain  for  the  family  consumption  of  the  inhabitants  of 
the  county."  Neglect  or  refusal  to  obey  this  law  was 
punishable  by  a  fine  of  20  shillings.  Laws  were  also 
passed  in  several  states  before  the  adoption  of  the 
Federal  Constitution  regulating  intercourse  with 
foreign  nations.  The  laws  in  Delaware  were  rather 
less  stringent  and  consequently  a  large  shipping  trade 
sprang  up  between  Wilmington  and  the  West  Indies. 
Corn  meal  was  in  great  demand  in  this  trade,  but 
it  invariably  spoiled  before  reaching  its  destination. 
An  experiment  was  tried  of  drying  the  corn  in  a 
malt  house,  and  being  found  to  answer,  drying 
houses  similar  to  malt  houses  were  built,  having 
brick  floors  heated  by  flues  and  the  grain  turned  over 
with  shovels  every  half  hour.  In  this  primitive  way 
about  two  hundred  bushels  could  be  dried  every  24 
hours.  Anxious  to  improve  their  facilities  the  proprie- 
tors purchased  in  181 2  from  one  John  R.  Parry  of 
Montgomery  Co.,  Pa.,  for  $80,  the  right  to  construct 
and  use  his  "patent  machine  for  kiln-drying  corn, 
€tc.,"  but  whether  it  was  found  a  success  is  not 
recorded.  About  1816  one  Crook  of  New  Hope, 
Penn.,  invented  the  pan-kiln,  which  until  lately  was 


38  Delaware' s  Industries. 

used  ver}"  much  as  originally  constructed.  The  method 
of  manufacturing  kiln-dried  corn  meal  as  originally 
invented  on  the  Brandywine  turned  out  to  be  a  very 
important  branch  of  industr}^  and  even  now,  though 
large  quantities  are  manufactured  in  other  parts  of  the 
country,  the  "Brandywine  Meal"  is  still  largely  pre- 
ferred by  shippers.  In  the  old  days  of  the  mills  there 
were  perhaps  more  conspicuous  indications  of  activity 
and  of  huge  business  than  now  for  the  railroads  handle 
thousands  of  bushels  of  grain  swifter  and  with  less 
outward  show  of  labor  than  the  cumbersome  "Cone«- 
toga"  wagons  carried  their  hundreds.  These  Cones. 
togas,  or  "inland  ships,"  with  their  teams  of  six 
horses  came  to  the  mills  from  a  wide  circuit,  from 
Dauphin,  Lancaster,  York,  Berks  and  Chester  counties 
in  Pennsylvania,  usually  in  companies  or  droves  of 
from  twenty  of  thirty,  blocking  the  streets  for  squares. 
The  lumbering  wheels,  clattering  hoofs,  mingled  with 
the  noisy  shoutings  of  the  Dutch  drivers,  produced  a 
veritable  pandemonium  of  sound,  but  the  sight  was  a 
picturesque  one.  At  whatever  mill  the  leader  stopped 
to  unload  his  grain,  they  all  stopped  too,  some  of  them 
waiting  hours  for  their  turn.  Here  too,  came  the  quiet 
Friends  from  the  counties  of  southeastern  Pennsylvania, 
and  the  farmers  of  the  Delaware  and  Marj^land  Penin- 
sula. An  additional  large  mill  was  built  by  Thomas 
Lea  in  181 1,  which  was  destroyed  by  fire  in  18 19  and 
rebuilt  on  the  site  now  occupied  by  the  "A"  mill  of 
the  present  compan5^  In  the  whole  group  of  mills 
manj^  changes  of  ownership  took  place,  though  the 
main  firm  of  Tatnall  &  Lea,  formed  considerably  more 
than  a  century  ago,  has  maintained  an  unbroken  exist- 


Delaware' s   Industries.  39 

ance  save  through  death  and  the  succession  of  younger 
generations  of  the  same  families. 

The  firm  of  William  Lea  &  Sons,  consisting  of 
Wm.  Lea  and  his  sons,  Henry  and  Preston,  was  formed 
in  the  year  1864,  succeeding  that  of  Tatnall  &  Lea. 
Since  the  death  of  the  senior  member  of  the  firm  in 
1876,  the  business  was  carried  on  under  the  old  name 
until  1882,  when  the  present  company  was  organized. 
The  present  company  own  all  of  the  power  and  mills 
on  the  north  side  of  the  creek,  and  until  within  a  few 
years  owned  the  "Old  Bridge  Mill"  on  the  south 
side,  which  has  recently  been  torn  down.  The  large 
mills  of  James  E.  Price  &  Co.,  which  stood  upon  the 
south  side,  were  burned  January  6,  1880,  and  all  of  the 
water  power  on  that  side  has  been  sold  to  the  city  of 
Wilmington. 

The  present  mills  of  the  William  Lea  &  Sons' 
Company,  upon  the  Brandywine  number  four  and  they 
also  have  a  large  mill  at  New  Castle,  Del.  The  main 
structure  of  the  latter  is  72  feet  square,  and  an  elevator 
located  beside  it  has  a  capacity  of  60,000  bushels  of 
grain. 

Of  the  Brandywine  Mills,  the  "A"  mill  built  in 
1881  is  five  stories  high  and  covers  an  area  of  no  by 
53  feet.  The  "Corn  Mill,"  is  five  stories  high,  and 
covers  an  area  of  55  feet  square,  and  what  is  known  as 
the  "Jog  Mill,"  is  70  feet  square  and  three  stories  in 
height.  The  "B"  Mill,  the  most  recently  erected,  is 
five  stories  high  and  86  by  72  feet  in  dimensions  and 
is  devoted  to  the  manufacture  of  fancy  white  and  yel- 
low corn  goods  and  is  probably  the  best  mill  in  the 
country  for  the  purpose.     At  the  mills  here  there  is 


40  Delaware' s  Indiistries. 

storage  room  for  about  70,000  bushels  of  wheat  and 
nearly  twice  that  of  corn  besides  a  large  brick  ware- 
house for  the  "A"  mill  and  one  under  construction  of 
brick  and  corrugated  iron  for  the  new  "B"  Mill  to  be 
207  feet  long  and  three  stories  high.  Steam  has  par- 
tially replaced  the  old  water  powers  and  in  addition  to 
four  turbine  wheels  there  is  at  Brandywine  an  engine 
of  350  horse  power.  With  New  Castle  these  mills 
have  now  a  daily  output  of  about  2,500  barrels  of  flour 
and  corn  meal. 

The  brands  of  flour  of  the  Brandywine  Mills  are 
Lea's  "Best,"  Clifton,  Poutoxat,  Kirkwood,  Avalon, 
Occidental  and  Carolina  Favorite.  Also  the  celebrated 
Brandywine  kiln-dried  corn  meal. 

In  addition  to  the  above  this  company  has  a  large 
output  of  various  other  fancy  grades  of  table  meal, 
Hominy,  Grits  and  Farina. 

The  present  proprietors  are  thoroughly  interested 
in  the  progress  of  modern  milling  and  in  maintaining 
the  supremacy  of  America  in  the  flour  markets  of  the 
world,  and  imbued  with  the  spirit  of  their  ancestors, 
have  no  idea  of  lagging  one  step  behind  in  the  fierce 
competition  of  to-day  and  there  is  no  question  but 
that  besides  the  halo  of  an  unusually  interesting  history, 
that  the  Brandywine  Mills  will  gather  fresh  laurels  in 
the  future. 

The  individual  members  now  comprising  the  con- 
cern are:  Preston  Lea,  president  and  John  M.  Taylor, 
vice-president  and  treasurer.  The  former  is  promi- 
nently identified  in  financial  circles,  being  President 
of  the  Union  National  Bank  ;  Vice-President  of  the 
Equitable  Trust  Co. ;  President  of  the  Delaware  Elec- 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  41 

trie  Light  and  Power  Co.  These  gentlemen,  ably  dis- 
charging the  onerous  duties  devolving  upon  them,  pur- 
suing a  conservative,  able  and  honorable  policy  and 
steadily  enlarging  their  beneficence  to  the  community 
at  large. 


McIyEAR  &  Kendall,  Carriage  Builders,  Ninth 
AND  King  Streets. 

The  carriage  trade  in  the  State  of  Delaware  has 
its  largest  and  strongest  exponent  in  the  firm  of  Messrs. 
McLear  &  Kendall.  The  business  now  managed  by 
these  gentlemen  was  originally  founded  by  Mr.  John 
Merrick,  in  1830.  He  managed  the  business  until 
1864,  when  the  present  firm  took  the  reigns  of  govern- 
ment. Little  by  little  the  house  has  grown,  until  now 
the  premises  are  very  large,  occupying  an  area  of 
207x99  feet,  four  floors  in  height. 

Through  long  experience  the  firm  have  the  working 
of  business  arranged  in  a  most  systematic  manner. 
The  first  floor  is  used  as  a  show  room,  while  those 
above  are  the  manufacturing  department.  Ev^ery 
branch  of  the  trade  is  furnished  with  the  best  appli- 
ances for  reducing  the  cost  of  production. 

Employment  is  given  to  about  150  skilled  me- 
chanics in  all  their  respective  trades.  Branches  have 
been  established  in  Philadelphia,  New  York  and 
Charleston,  S.  C.  The  trade,  however,  reaches  all 
over  this  country  and  Mexico. 

The  principal  production  consists  of  coupes, 
coaches,  broughams,  rockaways,  victorias  and  han- 
soms.     Their  make   is   one   of    the   most   favorably 


42  Delaware' s    Industries. 

known  to  the  public  ;  in  fact,  it  niaj^  be  stated  that  no 
better  work  is  turned  out  than  by  this  concern. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Henry  C. 
Mclyear  and  Casper  Kendall.  Both  gentlemen  have 
spent  their  business  life  in  this  line  and  are  thoroughly 
acquainted  with  the  demands  of  the  trade,  and  are  in 
ever}^  way  capable  of  putting  up  the  best  work  for  the 
least  money. 


Edge   Moor    Iron    Company,  Railway    Bridges, 
Edge  Moor. 

There  is  only  one  title  that  should  be  applied  to 
the  aboYe  concern  and  that  is  the  ' '  largest  in  the 
world."  The  concern  annually  turns  out  a  bigger 
production  in  this  class  of  product  than  anj^  firm  in 
the  world. 

The  company  was  organized  in  1869  and  has 
5'early  been  increasing  at  a  large  proportion.  The 
possessions  of  the  company  at  Edge  Moor,  just  north 
of  Wilmington,  cover  about  a  square  mile  of  territory 
with  an  enormous  river  frontage  as  well  as  railroad 
facilities. 

The  works  have  been  divided  off  in  the  most 
systematic  manner,  being  divided  into  the  engineering, 
machinery,  blacksmith,  fitting  and  erecting  depart- 
ments. Each  being  furnished  with  the  most  approved 
machinery. 

The  iron  is  brought  here  in  the  raw  state  and 
turned  out  in  the  forms  of  all  kinds  of  heavy  structural 
iron-work.  The  machinery  all  through  the  plant  is 
of  the  most   approved   character,  and  with   the  aid  of 


Delaware's   Industries.  45 

about  700  skilled  operatives  the  firm  are  capable  of 
turning  out  flawless  work. 

A  notable  piece  of  machinery  is  the  h5^draulic 
forging  machine  and  the  hj^draulic  upsetting  machine 
which  contains  an  enormous  steel  casting,  the  largest 
yet  produced. 

The  trade  extends  from  one  end  of  the  earth  to 
the  other.  Many  important  bridges  have  received  a 
large  amount  of  iron-work  from  this  firm;  notably  the 
entire  iron-work  of  the  great  Brooklyn  bridge,  the 
Susquehanna  River  bridge  near  Harrisburg,  the  Ken- 
tuckey  bridge  of  the  Cincinnati  Southern  Railroad, 
which  is  the  highest  railroad  bridge  in  the  world, 
and  an  enormous  structure  over  the  Nowra  River  in 
New  South  Wales,  and  an  elevated  railway  in  Kansas 
City,  lately  completed.  In  every  way  the  concern  turn 
out  the  finest  work,  the  bridges  being  built  to  hold 
about  three  times  the  dead  weight  that  will  probably 
ever  be  placed  upon  them. 

The  management  of  this  immense  industry  is 
devolved  upon  the  following  gentlemen,  who  are  in 
every  way  capable  of  managing  successfully  such  an 
enterprise.  Mr.  William  Sellers,  President;  John 
Sellers,  Jr.,  Vice-President;  G.  H.  Sellers,  Gen.  Supt.; 
W.  F.  Sellers,  Sec:  W.  H.  Connell,  Treas. 


LoBDELL  Car  Wheel  Co.,  Wilmington,  Del. 

Synonymous  with  car  wheels,  the  above  concern 
stands. 

This  house  was  launched  upon  its  career  in  1S26, 
by  Mr.  Jonathan  Bonney  ;  the  firm  afterward  became 


44  Delaware' s   Industries. 

Bonney  &  Bush.  In  1838  Mr.  Bonney  died,  and  was 
succeeded  by  his  nephew,  and  the  firm  became  Bush 
&  Lobdell,  and  continued  so  till  1855,  when  Mr.  Bush 
died,  his  heirs  carrying  on  the  business  under  the  same 
name  until  1859,  when  Mr.  G.  G.  Lobdell  became  sole 
proprietor.  He  managed  it  entirely  until  1867,  when 
the  present  firm  was  incorporated. 

The  capacity  has  been  gradually  increased  from 
time  to  time,  until  it  now  stands  forth  as  the  largest, 
with  a  daily  capacity  of  500  wheels,  fitted  and  ready 
for  shipment. 

In  1880  it  became  necessary  to  increase  the  out- 
put, and  the  new  foundry  was  finished  in  July,  1882. 
It  is  built  entirely  of  brick  and  iron,  286x200,  with  an 
addition  of  154x88  feet,  for  sand  bins,  etc.  The  cu- 
polas, fiv'e  in  number,  have  a  melting  capacity  of  sixty 
tons  per  hour. 

The  machine  shop,  pattern  shop  and  smith  shop 
are  conveniently  located  near  the  foundry.  In  1880 
the  firm  purchased  three  cold-blast  furnaces  in  south- 
west Virginia,  with  the  necessary  ore  bed  and  timber 
to  operate  them.  The  very  best  cold-blast  charcoal 
iron  made  from  the  Cripple  creek  ores  is  used  entirely 
for  the  production  of  their  wheels. 

The  firm  have  not  devoted  themselves  entirely  to 
this  branch,  however.  Chilled  rolls  for  flour  mills, 
paper  machines  and  machines  for  all  grinding  purposes 
are  made. 

The  firm  have  received  the  highest  awards  from 
many  Exhibitions  for  all  products. 

Constant  employment  is  given  to  about  450 
skilled  operatives.    The  management  is  devolved  upon 


Delaware' s   Industries,    '  45 

the  following  officers  :  George  G.  L/Obdell,  President ; 
W.  W.  Lobdell,  Vice-President ;  George  G.  Lobdell, 
Jr.,  Secretary  ;  and  P.  N.  Brennan,  Treasurer.  These 
gentlemen  have  always  been  identified  with  this  house, 
and  are  extremely  well  known  throughout  the  United 
States. 


Wilmington    Mills    Manufacturing    Company, 

Jute  Goods,  i6th  Street  and  R.  R.  Avenue. 

Wilmington  is  essentially  a  great  manufacturing 
point  both  from  its  port  of  entry  and  the  location  of 
the  three  main  lines  of  railroads  centering  here.  The 
greatest  interest  of  course  is  the  iron,  and  after  that 
follow  carriage  and  morocco,  and  not  far  from  the 
former  come  the  manufacture  of  jute  goods  so  well 
represented  in  the  Wilmington  Mills  Manufacturing 
Company. 

This  immense  concern  had  its  inception  in  1870, 
and  has  been  gradually  increasing  until  lately  the 
enormous  new  building  had  to  be  erected.  It  is  about 
50  X  200  feet  with  the  best  light  and  all  the  latest  and 
most  improved  devices  for  lessening  the  cost  of  pro- 
duction. Much  of  the  machinery  having  been  im- 
ported especially  for  their  own  use.  The  motive  force 
is  suppled  from  a  200  horse-power  Corliss  engine  lately 
put  in. 

The  location  of  the  firm,  upon  the  main  line  of 
the  P.  W.  &B.  R.  R.,  is  most  convenient,  giving  every 
facility  for  the  receipt  of  raw  material  and  shipping  of 
manufactured  product.  The  principal  products  of  the 
firm  are  twine,  carpet  fillings,  rug  yarn,    ropes,  etc. 


46  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Any  specialities  of  which  jute  forms  a  large  component 
can  be  made.  Constant  employment  is  given  to  about 
100  skilled  operators.  The  product  will  run  between 
2  and  2)^  million  pounds  per  annum. 

The  officers  of  the  concern  are  Mr.  James  Morrow, 
President;  Mr  J.  C.  Morrow,  Vice-President,  and  Mr. 
L.  B.  Morrow,  Treasurer  and  Secretary. 

These  gentlemen  are  fully  conversant  with  all  the 
many  details  of  this  business,  and  are  fully  alive  to 
the  demands  of  the  trade. 


Pui^LMAN  Palace  Car  Co.,  East  Wii^mington. 

By  no  company  in  the  world  has  such  perfection 
in  traveling  accommodation  been  reached  as  by  the 
Pullman  Palace  Car  Co.  The  main  shops  of  this  enor- 
mous enterprise  are  located  at  Pullman,  111.  Various 
repair  shops  have  been  located  at  the  most  accessible 
points  throughout  the  country.  The  Wilmington 
shops  were  opened  about  four  and  a  half  years  ago. 
The  plant  here  is  very  large,  five  buildings  having 
been  erected,  and  a  new  laundry  is  in  process  of  erec- 
tion. Repairing  and  refurnishing  are  the  only  things 
done  here  ;  but  to  do  that  every  class  of  skilled  labor 
is  employed,  from  a  blacksmith  to  a  seamstress. 

About  800  operatives  are  constantly  engaged, 
turning  out  from  60  to  75  cars  per  month,  that  are 
refurnished  equal  to  new  in  every  respect. 

The  business  at  this  point  is  under  the  manage- 
ment of  Mr.  W.  C.  G.  Walther,  a  man  who  has  had 
m^ny  years'  experience  in  this  line,  and  is  fully  capa- 
ble of  managing  the  interests  of  so  large  a  concern. 


Delaware' s    Industries.  47 

He  is  the  direct  successor  of  Mr.  Drake,  who  was 
removed  to  the  main  shops  with  a  much  more  valuable 
position. 


James  Bradford  Co.,  Paint  Works,  6,  8  and  id 
E.  Third  St.,  Wilmington,  Del. 

During  the  past  few  years  remarkable  progress 
has  been  made  in  the  manufacture  of  paints.  Chemical 
science  has  ushered  in  a  new  era  in  the  proportion  and 
composition  of  coach  and  car  colors,  and  the  progress- 
ive manufacturers  have  availed  themselves  of  the 
higher  arts  in  manufacture.  In  a  review  of  this  char- 
acter, the  line  of  demarcation  is  distinctly  seen  ;  that 
some  houses  possess  greater  advantages  over  others  in 
the  same  line  of  productions — the  result  of  a  longer 
experience,  more  extended  facilities  and  a  greater 
knowledge  of  the  intricacies  that  go  to  make  up  the 
particular  industry  in  which  they  are  engaged. 

This  fact  notably  applies  to  the  ' '  James  Bradford 
Company,"  manufacturers  of  coach  and  car  colors  in 
oil  and  Japan. 

This  widely  known  concern,  whose  business 
quarters  are  located  in  Wilmington,  dates  its  founda- 
tion back  to  1849,  owing  its  origin  to  the  energies  of 
Mr.  James  Bradford,  the  present  company  being  incor- 
porated under  the  State  laws  of  Delaware. 

The  products  of  the  James  Bradford  Co.  are  com 
posed  of  the  very  best  materials  obtainable,  and   are 
unsurpassed    by   any   similar    goods  in    the  market. 
They  are  manufacturers  of  every  variety  of  colors,  a 


48  Delaware' s   Industries. 

leading  specialty  being  made  in  "  Bradford's  Liquid 
Paints,"  celebrated  in  this  and  foreign  countries  for 
clearness  and  general  excellence. 

The  warehouse  is  40x110  feet  in  dimensions, 
standing  on  a  plot  of  ground  at  Nos.  6,  8  and  10  East 
Third  street.  The  building  is  four  stories  in  height, 
and  contains  a  large  stock  of  paints  of  every  description, 
varnishes,  brushes  (being  agents  for  the  Whiting 
brush),  white  leads,  Japans,  colors,  and  everything  in 
the  painters'  supply  line.  They  are  extensive  im- 
porters and  dealers  in  French  and  American  window 
glass,  polished  and  rough  plate,  colored  and  enameled 
glass  of  endless  variety  ;  selling  both  to  the  wholesale 
and  retail  trade,  manufacturing  nearly  everything  they 
handle  in  the  paint  line. 

This  house  may  justly  lay  claim  to  being  the 
largest  in  the  State,  their  trade  being  both  in  this  and 
foreign  countries,  their  cable  address  being  "Brad- 
ford," Wilmington. 

The  officers  comprising  the  company  are  James 
Bradford.  President ;  H.  T.  Temple,  Secretary  and 
Treasurer ;  and  Horace  H.  Wilson,  Vice-President — 
(the  former  is  a  director  in  the  Farmers'  Bank) — com- 
bining ripe  experience  with  marked  executive  abilities. 
These  gentlemen  hold  a  commanding  influence  in  com- 
mercial and  financial  circles. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  49 

M.    Megary    &    Son,    Furniture,    516    Tatnall 

Street. 

Certainly  there  is  not  a  larger  or  more  prominent 
house  of  this  character  in  the  State  than  that  of  Messrs. 
M.  Megary  &  Son.  This  vast  enterprise  was  launched 
upon  its  career  in  1861,  by  Mr.  Megary,  Sr.,  who, 
after  managing  it  most  successfully  till  1874,  took  his 
son  into  the  firm. 

The  premises  occupied  are  L,  shaped,  having  a 
frontage  of  141  feet  on  Tatnall  Street  and  131  feet  on 
Sixth  Street.  They  are  four  stories  over  all,  and  about 
one  and  one-half  acres  of  floor  space  being  occupied. 
The  first  and  second  floors  are  used  as  show  rooms, 
while  the  upper  floors  are  used  for  duplicate  stock  and 
manufacturing  purposes.  An  enormous  stock  is  carried, 
comprising  furniture,  carpecs,  upholstery  goods,  cur- 
tains, portieres,  refrigerators,  bedding  and  perambu- 
lators. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  desks  and  secretaries,  these 
being  made  by  the  firm.  Parlor  suites  are  also 
made,  the  frames  being  sent  here  from  the  West  are 
put  together  and  upholstered.  When  running  at 
normal  capacity,  the  firm  gives  employment  to  about 
35  skilled  workmen.  The}-  are  in  the  closest  relations 
with  the  manufacturers  and  dealers  and  are  always  to 
be  found  among  the  leaders  in  any  new  design  or 
style. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  M.  Megary 
and  James  M.  Megary.  They  are  both  familiar  with 
all  the  many  details  of  such  a  business,  and  carrj-  a 
stock  that  would  suppl}-  the  demands  of  the  most 
fastidious  customers. 


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Dela  wa  re '  ^   hi  d us  tries . 


W.  &  J.  Lang,  Fifth  and  French  Streets,  Manu- 
facturers OF  Crackers,  Cakes  and  Biscuits, 
Wholesale  Dealers  in  Confectionery. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  known  house  in  this 
line  of  trade  than  Messrs.  W.  &  J.  Lang.  The  business 
was  originally  started  in  1864.  The  present  firm  name 
was  adopted  in  1868.  The  plant  covers  an  area  of 
67x108  feet  in  dimension  and  is  the  largest  of  its  kind 
in  the  State.  Steam  power  is  used  throughout  and  all 
the    best    and    most    applicable    machinery    is    here 


I  mil 


..'ia^-^iSJit 


employed.  The  business  gives  employment  to  twenty- 
two  capable  assistants;  with  three  traveling  men  on  the 
road  who  find  a  ready  sale  throughout  Delaware,  Mary- 
land, New  Jersey  and  Pennsylvania.  The  product  of 
the  firm  consists  of  everything  in  the  line  of  crackers 
and  biscuits.  They  are  made  from  the  best  materials 
and  are  guaranteed  pure  and  free  from  any  injurious 
compounds.  A  specialty  of  the  firm  is  the  Trenton 
water  cracker,  which  is  universally  known  as  one  of 
the  best  oyster  crackers  in  the  market.     In  addition  to. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  51 

this   the    house    deals  in    all   kinds  of  confectionery, 
foreign  fruits  and  nuts. 

The  present  proprietor  is  Mr.  A.  J.  Lang,  his 
brother  having  been  dead  for  the  past  five  years.  He 
is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  several  fraternal 
organizations,  and  as  a  business  man  commands  the 
esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


Diamond    State    Iron    Co.,    Foot   of    Lombard 

Street. 

In  looking  over  the  many  great  enterprises  of  this 
State,  it  is  sufficient  to  say  that  throughout  the  full 
list  there  is  none  better  or  more  favorabh'  known  to 
the  community  than  the  Diamond  State  Iron  Co.  This 
immense  enterprise  had  its  inception  about  40  years 
ago,  and  in  1865  was  incorporated  under  the  above 
title.  Gradually,  year  by  year,  the  business  has 
increased  until  now  a  great  magnitude  has  been 
reached. 

The  plant  of  the  company  occupies  about  eight 
acres  of  ground  on  both  sides  of  the  Christiana.  Many 
buildings  have  been  erected,  the  rolling  mill  being  on 
the  other  side  of  the  river.  The  machine  shops,  spike 
mills  and  horse  shoe  shops  are  on  this  side. 

In  every  department  the  most  perfect  appliances 
are  to  be  found,  everything  being  done  to  lessen  labor 
and  increase  the  value  of  the  product. 

Constant  employment  is  given  to  between  600  and 
700  skilled  workmen,  who,  in  connection  with  the 
machinery,  produce  about  35 ,000  tons  of  manufactured 
iron. 


52  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Since  the  opening  the  compan}^  hav^e  devoted  their 
energies  onl}^  to  the  production  of  the  best  grades  of 
iron,  such  qualities  as  would  merit  the  approval  of  all 
consumers. 

The  superiorit}-  of  their  productions  is  to  be  seen 
from  the  fact  that  the  trade  is  annually  increasing  and 
extending  its  limits  all  over  this  country,  Mexico  and 
Canada.  Many  various  influences  have  tended  to  in- 
crease the  prosperit}^  of  this  house.  The  location  of 
Wilmington,  with  the  superior  advantages  for  the 
reception  and  shipment  of  stuff  is  one  of  the  principal 
ones. 

Then  a^ain,  as  said  before,  the  superiority  of  this 
firm's  product,  together  with  the  abundant  labor  here, 
strikes  being  almost  unknown  as  regards  this  line  of 
trade,  and  the  intelligent  management  have  all  done 
much  to  advance  the  interests  of  this  and  other  houses 
in  the  same  line. 

The  management  is  devolved  vipon  the  following 
ofi&cers:  Mr.  George  W.  Toed,  President  and  Treas- 
urer; Mr.  Iv.  A.  Bower,  Vice-President,  and  Mr.  H.  E. 
Wallace,  Secretar5^  Mr.  John  T.  Davis,  general 
manager  of  the  plant  for  many  j^ears,  having  passed 
away  about  eight  months  ago,  is  much  missed  from  the 
board,  as  he  was  one  of  the  most  thoroughly  practical 
iron  experts  in  the  countr}^ 


Christiana    Window    Glass   Co.,    Over    Third 

Street  Bridge. 

The  manufacture  of  window  glass  has  been  one 
usually  located  in  New  Jersey  or  Western  Pennsylva- 


Samuel  J.  White. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  53 

nia.  But  about  four  years  ago  the  above  concern  came 
here  and  started  a  large  plant.  Thus  far  it  has  been 
most  successful,  it  being  earned  on  on  the  co-operative 
plan,  thirteen  of  the  operators  holding  stock  in  the 
concern.  The  management  is  devolved  upon  the 
following  officers  and  directors,  the}'  all  being  emploj-ed 
in  the  operations  of  the  company  :  Mr.  E.  H.  Byrne, 
President;  Mr.  F.  A.  Eberhardt,  Secretary  and 
Treasurer.  The  above,  with  the  following,  constitute 
the  Board  of  Directors  :  Messrs.  P.  J.  Byrne,  J.  E. 
Byrne,  John  E.  Fox  and  Michael  Byrne,  the  latter 
gentleman  being  general  superintendent  of  the  plant. 
The  plant  occupies  about  six  acres  of  ground  with  a 
wharf  and  a  special  siding  from  the  B.  &  O.  R.  R. 
Three  buildings  have  been  erected,  the  blowing  house 
containing  the  furnaces,  the  sheds  for  storage  of  sand 
and  soda  ash  and -the  flattening  room  where  the  glass 
is  taken  in  cylinderical  forms,  cut,  flattened  and 
annealed,  and  the  storage  house  for  manufactured  pro- 
duct and  shipping  purposes.  The  capacity  is  about 
150  boxes  a  day,  or  7,500  square  feet  of  glass. 

The  product  is  sold  all  over  the  country,  the 
principal  distributing  points  being  Philadelphia,  New 
York  and  Baltimore.  This  business  is  the  only  glass 
plant  in  operation  in  this  State. 


Samuel  J.  White,  Speci.\i,ties  in  Fixe  Carriages 
AND  Eight  Road  Wagons,  20S-216  W.  Second 
Street. 

The  march   of  progress   has   certainly   wrought  a 
revolution  in  the  manufacture  and   supply  of  factory- 


54 


Dela  ware' s  Indusbies . 


Delaware' s   Industries.  55 

made  buggies.  A  generation  ago  this  was  unknown. 
To  day  we  are  enabled  to  produce  a  supply  equal  to 
the  demand,  and  the  business  of  manufacturing  car- 
riages has  taken  a  wider  berth.  The  leading  head- 
quarters for  the  production  and  sale  of  fine  carriages  is 
that  of  Samuel  J.  White,  on  West  Second  Street.  A 
widely  known  and  justly  famous  house  ;  and  one  that 
has  added  much  to  the  fame  of  the  city  as  a  commercial 
center. 

Originally  established  by  Rice  &  White,  13  years 
ago,  the  present  proprietor  succeeded  the  firm  at  the 
demise  of  Mr.  Rice  three  years  ago.  An  extensive  trade 
is  done  in  all  kinds  of  vehicles  for  both  light  and 
medium  heavy  work.  Equipped  with  every  facility 
known  to  the  trade,  Mr.  White  is  enabled  to  furnish 
this  class  of  goods  ready  made  or  made  to  order,  guaran- 
teeing satisfaction  in  all  cases,  as  everything  in  stock  is 
made  on  the  premises  and  embraces  many  styles  and 
shapes,  from  the  ordinary  no  top  road  wagon  to  an 
elegantly  finished  Pittsburg-Rockaway,  besides  phae- 
tons, rockaways  and  buggies  of  every  description,  un- 
excelled for  brightness,  strength,  durability,  ease  of 
draft  and  elegance  of  finish.  The  building  occupied  is 
suitably  adapted  for  the  successful  conducting  of  the 
business,  it  is  80x136  feet  in  dimensions  with  an  L, 
shape,  62  feet  wide,  extending  back  100  feet.  With  a 
basement  and  four  floors,  ample  room  is  had  for  the 
manufacture,  sale  and  storage  of  vehicles.  The  whole- 
sale department,  extending  all  over  the  globe,  from  the 
Arctic  to  the  Australian  regions  east  and  west. 

This  is,  without  a  doubt,  the  handsomest  and  one 
of  the  best  appointed  factories  in  this  section  of  the 


56  Delazvate'  s  Industries. 

country,  the  output  extending  to  1,500  new  carriages 
every  year.  Every  facility  is  at  hand  for  the  prompt 
fulfillment  of  the  heaviest  orders.  A  resident  for  many 
years,  the  subject  of  this  article  holds  a  prominent 
position  in  the  mercantile  world  as  a  reliable  manufac- 
turer and  dealer. 


W.  J.  McClary,  Morocco  Manufacturer,  Sixth 

AND  Monroe  Streets. 

Very  few  of  the  manufacturing  industries  of  the 
United  States  show  such  marked  progress  in  the  last 
five  years  as  the  manufacture  of  kid  leather  for  ladies' 
and  children's  wear.  This  leather  is  made  from  the 
skins  of  the  goat  or  kid,  and  is  known  under  the  name 
of  morocco.  In  the  changes  that  have  occured  in  the 
manufacture  of  these  goods  the  tendency  has  been  to 
make  a  soft,  pliable  material  that  will  be  easy  on  the 
foot  and  fit  it  closely  without  causing  inconvenience  to 
the  wearer.  The  city  of  Wilmington  has  long  been 
famed  for  the  number  of  its  morocco  manufacturies 
and  the  excellence  of  their  productions.  There  are 
twenty  factories  here  in  this  line  of  business.  Among 
the  first  to  give  attention  to  the  new  process  of  tan- 
ning and  finishing  the  improved  kid  and  to  bring  it  to 
the  perfection  this  leather  has  attained  is  W.  J.  Mc- 
Clary, whose  commodious  factory  is  at  Sixth  and 
Monroe  streets.  The  buildings  which  are  situated  in 
a  large  plot  of  ground,  are  a  main  building  130  by  30 
feet,  six  stories  high,  with  a  wing  60  by  30  feet,  five 
stories  high,  also  additional  buildings  for  store  house, 


n 
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Delaware' s    Industries.  57 

boiler  house,  &c.,  having  a  capacity  of  tanning  and 
finishing  150  dozen  skins  per  day. 

The  success  of  this  business,  which  was  started  in 
1881,  has  been  very  marked,  and  as  Mr.  McClary 
imports  his  raw  stock  in  large  quantities  from  Calcutta 
and  London,  he  is  enabled  to  place  his  goods  in  the 
market  at  the  most  favorable  prices  to  the  consumer. 

The  firm  have  in  operation  a  store  at  No.  30  High 
Street,  Boston,  Mass. 

Mr.  McClarj'  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  a  very  active  citizen,  taking  a  prominent 
part  in  all  things  tending  toward  the  ultimate  benefit 
of  the  city. 


The  Pusey  &  Jones  Company,  Builders  of  Iron 
Vessels,  Steam  Engines  and  Boilers,  Ma- 
chinery FOR  Paper  and  Sugar  Mills,  and 
Heavy  Machinery  Generally, 

Perhaps,  in  proportion  to  its  population,  no  city 
in  the  world  turns  out  more  ships  than  Wilmington. 
The  art  here  is  very  old,  having  been  introduced  by  the 
Swedes,  and  as  the  years  have  been  passing  the  greatest 
perfection  has  been  reached. 

In  1848  the  firm  of  Pusey  &  Jones  had  its  incep- 
tion. The  firm  were  boat  builders  and  machinists; 
the  business  kept  increasing  and  the  plant  was  enlarged 
from  time  to  time  until  it  now  covers  more  than  eight 
acres  of  ground,  lying  between  the  P.  W.  &  B.  R.  R. 
and  the  Christiana  creek. 

In  1866  Mr.  Jones   retired  from  business,  and  in 


58  Delaware' s    Indnstries. 

1879  it  was  incorporated  under  the  laws  of  the  State  as 
the  Fuse)'  &  Jones  Company. 

The  premises  are  about  1,200  feet  front  on  the 
creek  with  a  depth  of  900  feet  on  the  railroad.  Various 
buildings  have  been  erected  from  time  to  time  until 
now  there  are  about  10  buildings  in  all,  comprising  the 
boiler,  smith  and  machine  shops,  the  pattern  house 
and  the  storage  house  for  the  storage  of  manufactured 
product  and  tools.  The  firm  have  in  operation  two 
marine  railways  each  capable  of  lifting  an  enormous 
vessel . 

Throughout  every  department  the  labor  has  been 
thoroughly  systemized  and  the  greatest  possible  per- 
fection is  reached  in  each  line.  The  force  of  emploj^ees 
is  about  900  skilled  workmen,  many  of  whom  have 
spent  their  entire  lives  with  the  firm. 

The  principal  products  maj-  be  summed  up  as 
follows:  Iron  ships,  paper,  powder,  sugar  and  starch 
machiner}-,  cotton  compresses,  iron  and  brass  castings, 
besides  steam  engines  and  boilers.  The  iron  foundrj' 
has  a  yearly  capacity  of  about  4,500,000  tons  of  cast- 
ings. The  cotton  compresses  are  the  best  in  the  market 
exerting  a  pressure  of  3,000  tons  to  the  bale  and  hand- 
ling 100  bales  an  hour. 

The  firm  are  manufacturers  of  the  Gould  Screen 
for  paper  mills.  This  appliance  has  already  achieved 
an  international  reputation.  Sugar  machinery,  of  the 
latest  and  most  modern  designs,  is  also  turned  out.  In 
many  cases  whole  refineries  have  been  fitted  out  In 
fact,  any  special  machine  can  be  made  here,  as  the 
firm  have  at  their  disposal  all  the  best  appliances  for 
building  heavy  machinery. 


Delaware  s   Industries.  59 

Shipbuilding  has  formed  the  bulk  of  their  opera- 
tions, however.  The  product  has  already  amounted  to 
more  than  180  iron  and  steel  vessels  besides  innumer- 
able wooden  crafts.  A  revenue  cutter  is  now  on  the 
stocks,  being  built  for  North  Carolina  waters. 

The  firm  have  been  awarded  many  gov^ernment 
contracts,  having  built  three  fumigating  steamers  for 
the  Marine  Hospital  service.  The  "Lottie  Morrill" 
and  the  "Grant,"  both  cutters,  are  the  product  of  this 
house.  The  Trinity  shore  light  ship  was  built  here, 
besides  two  others  of  the  same  class.  Nearer  home 
we  have  the  Thomas  Clyde  and  the  John  F.  Smith, 
both  plying  on  the  Delaware  river. 

The  trade  has  been  very  extensive  throughout 
Southern  United  States  and  South  America.  The  firm 
owns  a  line  of  vessels  phang  on  the  Orinoco  river  and 
to  Trinidad.  Many  vessels  of  light  draft  have  been 
sent  south  in  bulk  and  put  upon  the  rivers  down  there. 
The  "Knickerbocker"  and  "Hudson,"  running  be- 
tween New  York  and  New  Orleans,  were  built  here. 
The  fire  boats  in  New  York  harbor  were  built  here. 
The  "Volunteer,"  made  famous  by  her  victory  over 
the  English  cutter  in  the  Fall  of  1888,  was  built  here. 

There  are  but  few  concerns  of  this  character  that 
have  maintained  such  a  high  reputation  for  good  work 
as  this.  Their  history  has  been  one  of  constant  success. 
The  management  is  now  devolved  upon  the  following 
gentlemen:  Joshua  L.  Pusey,  Pres.  ;Thos.  H.  Savery, 
Vice-Pres. ;  Wm.  W.  Pusey,  Treas. ;  Charles  W.  Pusej', 
General  Manager;  Samuel  C.  Biddle,  Sec. 

In  addition  to  their  connection  with  this  company 
Mr.  Charles  Pusey  is  a  director  of  the  First  Natiouaj 


6o  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Bank,  of  Delaware;  Mr.  Savery  is  a  director  of  the 
Wilmington  Savings  Fund,  and  Wm.  W.  Pusey  is  con- 
nected with  the  Equitable  Trust  Company. 


Delaware  Car  Works,  Jackson  &  Sharp  Company, 
Manufacturers  of  Passenger,  Sleeping, City, 
Baggage  and  Freight  Cars,  also  Builders 
OF  Wooden  Vessels,  etc. 

The  above  companj-  is  too  well-known  throughout 
the  country  to  require  any  extended  comment  at  our 
hands,  3'et  the  exigencies  of  our  work  require  at  least 
some  brief  mention  of  its^  character  and  resources. 

The  business  was  established  in  1863  as  Jackson 
&  Sharp,  and  was  incorporated  as  a  company  in  1870, 
with  a  capital  stock  of  $500,000. 

It  is  impossible  with  the  limited  space  at  our  dis- 
posal, for  us  to  give  a  detailed  account  of  the  immense 
plant  operated  by  this  corporation.  It  covers  an  area 
of  about  fifteen  acres,  on  which  are  erected  a  number  of 
structures,  each  devoted  to  specific  purposes  and  syste- 
matically divided  into  departments.  The  works  present 
a  perfect  hive  of  industry-,  and  include  almost  every 
branch  of  mechanical  art.  Thus,  in  the  car  building 
there  are  employed  wood-workers,  car  builders,  cabinet 
makers,  carvers,  turners,  blacksmiths,  spring  makers, 
upholsterers,  painters,  ornamental  painters,  tinners, 
plumbers,  gas  and  steam  fitters,  and  many  other  arti- 
ficers. The  machinery  is,  of  course,  on  the  largest 
scale,  and  includes  labor  saving  appliances  of  the  best 
description,  and  the  motive  force  is  supplied  from  four 
powerful  engines  of  combined  350  horse  power.     The 


Dela  wa  re '  ^   In  dusiries .  6 1 

various  departments  of  the  work  entail  the  services  of 
about  1,200  mechanics,  the  wages  to  pay  which  con- 
stitute a  verj'  im,portant  item  in  the  make-up  of  the 
city's  thrift  and  prosperity. 

The  company  are  manufacturers  of  cars  of  all  des- 
criptions, both  for  highways  and  railroads,  from  the 
ordinary  flat  freight  car  up  to  the  most  elegantly  con- 
structed and  artistically  finished  rolling  palace.  The 
product  being  about  1,000  cars  3'early.  The  firm  have 
shipped  several  ship  loads  of  cars,  knocked  down,  to 
France,  Austria  and  Spain  during  the  past  year. 
The  cars  of  this  concern  are  found  in  every  State  of  the 
Union  as  well  as  in  South  America,  Europe  and 
Australia.  The  "Dom  Pedro,"  which  was  built  by 
them  for  the  Emperor  of  Brazil,  was  awarded  a  medal 
at  the  Centennial  Exposition,  and  they  also  built  an 
elegant  palace  car  for  the  use  of  King  Oscar  of 
Sweden. 

The  Jackson  &  Sharp  Company  are  also  con- 
structors of  wooden  vessels  of  all  descriptions,  both 
sailing  and  steamships.  For  the  coast-wise  trade  many 
of  the  largest  four-masted  schooners  afloat  have  been 
erected  at  these  yards  ;  a  number  of  dredging  machines 
have  also  been  built  here.  These  are  also  in  demand 
both  at  home  and  abroad.  Another  department  of  the 
business  is  that  of  hard-wood  finish  and  decorating  for 
banks,  fine  stores,  private  residences,  etc. 

The  officers  of  the  corporation  are  as  follows:  Job 
H.  Jackson,  President;  Charles  S.  Howland,  Treasurer, 
and  Elwood  C.  Jackson,  Secretary  and  Vice-President. 
Were  it  the  mission  of  this  work  to  speak  of  the  per- 
sonal career  of  those   gentlemen,  who  have  .so  much 


62  Delaware's    Industries. 

contributed  to  build  up  the  reputation  of  Wilmington 
as  an  industrial  centre,  the  limits  of  our  work  would, 
of  necessity,  be  greatlj'  enlarged.  Mr.  Sharp  retired 
from  active  service  in  1870,  shorth^  after  the  corpora- 
tion was  formed.  He  was,  however,  a  prominent  and 
highly  respected  resident  of  the  city  until  his 
death  in  1888.  We  may,  however,  be  permitted 
to  say  that  Mr.  Job  H.  Jackson,  the  founder 
of  this  enterprise,  commenced  life  in  a  very  differ- 
ent sphere  from  that  in  which  he  now  moves.  His 
first  business  venture  was  as  clerk  in  a  grocerj^  store, 
when  at  the  age  of  fourteen  he  first  came  to  Wilming- 
ton from  Chester  Co.,  Pa.  From  that  humble  position 
he  has  worked  his  way  to  be  president  of  this  great 
corporation.  Mr.  Jackson  is  also  President  of  the 
Delaware  Hospital,  director  of  the  Artisans'  Saving 
Bank  and  a  member  of  the  Board  of  Port  Wardens, 

In  concluding  this  brief  sketch,  we  can  but  say, 
that  altogether,  the  standing  and  facilities  of  this  com- 
pany are  beyond  criticism,  and  the  works  stand  as  a 
monument  to  the  enterprise  and  ability  which  have 
directed  their  affairs. 


Jones,    Guthrie  &  Co.,    Carriages,    South   Side 

Market  Street. 

Many  remarks  have  been  made  about  the  enormous 
carriage  trade  of  Wilmington,  but  it  is  only  the  push 
and  energy  of  the  various  firms  combined  with  the  city's 
natural  advantages  as  a  manufacturing  centre  that 
have  built  it  up. 


Delaware's   Industries. 


63 


64  Delaware' s   Industries. 

Among  the  most  successful  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  Messrs.  Jones,  Guthrie  &  Co.  These  gentle- 
men succeeded  Messrs.  A.  Flaglor  &Co.,  in  1861,  and 
have  since  managed  it.  The  plant  covers  an  area  of 
about  100x300  feet  in  dimension.  Two  large  buildings 
are  used,  one  70x40  and  the  other  60x150.  They  are 
both  two  stories  in  height,  and  arranged  in  the  most 
compact  manner.  The  products  consists  of  all  kinds 
of  light  carriages,  such  as  buggies  and  one  and  two- 
seated  Surreys,  Pittsburg-Rockaways,  phaetons,  &c.  A 
specialty  is  made  of  repairing.  The  business  gives 
employment  to  about  20  skilled  operators.  The  sons 
of  Mr.  Guthrie  have  the  active  management  of  the 
business.  They  are  Messrs.  W.  T.  and  G.  C.  Guthrie, 
both  practical  and  energetic  young  business  men. 


McKee  &  Pyle,   Lumber    Dealers,   South   Side 
Market  Street  Bridge. 

The  lumber  trade  in  this  section  of  the  country  has 
a  strong  exponent  in  the  personage  of  Messrs.  McKee 
&  Pyle  This  business  was  originally  started  as  Cran- 
ston &  Newbold,  and  after  passing  through  various 
changes  came  under  the  management  of  Mr.  G.  W. 
McKee  in  1889,  and  in  January  1890  the  firm  was 
changed  to  the  present  one. 

The  yards  are  very  large,  with  a  frontage  on  the 
river  of  about  200  feet,  and  a  private  siding  from  the 
R.  R.  This  gives  them  all  the  opportunities  to  receive 
and  ship  stuff  at  the  best  rates.  The  firm  have  also 
telephone  connection,  their  number  being  187. 


Delaware' s  Indtistries.  65 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all 
grades  of  hemlock,  spruce,  pine,  and  a  general  line  of 
building  lumber,  lime,  sand,  cement,  coal,  plasters  and 
building  materials  generally.  The  business  gives  con- 
stant employment  to  twelve  men  and  six  teams  are  kept 
bus\'. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Mr.  Geo.  W.  McKee 
and  Victor  R.  Pyle.  Both  gentlemen  have  been 
engaged  in  this  business  for  many  years,  and  are 
familiar  with  all  its  details.  Mr.  McKee  was  chosen 
County  Tax  Collector  in  January  1889,  and  he  still 
holds  the  office,  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  the  citizens. 


J.  V.  Carlisle  &  Company,  hardware,  303  Market  st. 
Hart  &  Brother,  pork  packers,  5th  and  Poplar  streets. 
Francis  Kelly  &  Company,  liquors,  103  Market  street. 
James  Morrow  &  Sons,  Grocers,  211  Market  street. 
Atlas  Dredging  Company,  contractors,  510  Market  st. 
J.  vS.  Mullin  &  Son,  tailors,  60  Market  street. 
Speakman  Supply  and  Pipe  Company,  113  Market  st. 
Repauno  Chemical  Company,  9th  and  Market  streets. 
The  Arlington  Mills  Manufacturing  Co.,  cotton  goods. 
Walther  &  Company,  carriages,  south  side. 
Hoopes  &  Townsend  Co.,  bolts,  2d  and  Lombard  sts. 
I.  T.  Quigley,  morocco,  4th  and  Monroe  streets. 
Thos.  Drein  &  Son,  life  boats,  R.  R.  &  Tatnall. 
James  F.  Wood  &  Company,  heaters  and  ranges. 
A.  Iv.  Henderer,  machinist,  Maryland  avenue. 
Gallagher  &  Rumer,  heaters,  709  Orange  street. 
Hilles  &  Jones  Co.,  machine  tools,  9th  and  Church  sts. 


66 


Del  a  wa  re '  s   In  d us  tries . 


MLCullougli  Iron  Company,  sheet  iron,  7th  street. 
Wilmington  Steamboat  Compan3^  4th  street  wharf. 
Davis  Spring  Plate  Company,  foot  of  7th  street. 
Diamond  State  Car  Spring  Company,  foot  of  7th  st. 
Bowe  Carriage  Company,  8th  and  Orange  streets. 
Delaware  Feed,  Water  &  Heater  Company,  east  4th  st. 
Remington  Machine  Company,  east  4tli  street. 
Peninsula  Lumber  Company,  south  side. 
Delaware  Terra  Cotta  Compau)',  east  Wilmington. 
James  H.  Beggs  &  Co.,    brick  m'f'gs,  east  Wilmington. 
Wilmington  Dental  Manufacturing  Co.,  1012  King  st. 
Wilmington  Malleable  Iron  Company,  Taylor  street. 
Lea  Puse}^  &  Company,  13th  and  Poplar  streets. 
Johnson  Forge  Company,  south  side. 
E.  I.  Dupont  de  Nemours  Compan5\ 


Delaware' s   Industries.  67 


Chapter  II. 


Frank    J.     Murphy,     Installment    House,     117 
Market  Street,  116  Shipley  Street. 

To  facilitate  the  method  of  securing  goods  to  the 
many  people  in  this  section,  perhaps  no  house  in  the 
State  is  better  qualified  to  supplj^  the  demands  of  the 
trade  through  a  method  by  which  au}^  one  can  secure 
goods  on  easy  terms. 

Among  the  best  known  furnishing  houses  in  this 
section  of  the  country,  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr. 
Frank  J.  Murphy.  This  gentleman  is  the  proprietor 
of  two  stores  in  Baltimore,  similar  to  this  one.  The 
branch  here  was  opened  about  a  year  ago,  and  placed 
under  the  management  of  a  man  who  is  thoroughly 
familiar  with  all  the  workings  of  this  business. 

Mr.  John  T.  King,  through  his  energy  and  push, 
has  been  enabled  to  secure  a  large  trade.  The  prem- 
ises occupied  consist  of  a  large  .store  about  20x117 
feet  in?j  dimensions  ;  three  floors  in  height.  A  well 
selected  stock  is  carried,  comprising  furniture  for  par- 
lor, kitchen,  dining-room  and  office,  house  furnishing 
goods,  stoves,  ranges,  rugs,  matting,  carpets,  animal 
skins,  lace  curtoiiis  nnrl  everything  in  this  line. 


68  Delaware' s  Indusbdes. 

"Morning  News." 

The  Morning  News  is  the  onh'  morning  daily 
newspaper  having  general  circulation  published  in  the 
state  of  Delaware.  It  is  the  leading  newspaper  of  the 
state.  Able,  honest  and  clean,  it  is  a  persistent  and 
effective  exponent  of  its  espoused  principles.  It  is 
Republican  in  politics.  Its  news  columns  cover  all 
the  important  foreign  and  domestic  happenings  re- 
ported by  the  New  York  Associated  Press  service.  In 
its  local  field,  it  is  a  full  and  accurate  record  of  each 
day's  history.  It  circulates  all  over  the  peninsula 
of  Delaware,  Maryland  and  Virginia,  and  successfully 
occupies  this  large  local  field,  in  which  it  has  no  rival. 

The  first  number  of  the  Morning  News  was  pub- 
lished March  i,  1880.  The  paper  was  then  owned  and 
published  by  John  A.  Emmerson  and  Henry  C.  Con- 
rad, under  the  firm  name  of  Emmerson  &  Conrad. 
The  plant  with  which  the}^  began  the  publication 
was  that  of  the  Morning  Herald,  bought  of  George 
O' Byrne  &  Co.  The  Morning  Herald  was  the  first 
morning  dail}^  paper  published  in  Delaware.  It  was 
founded  by  John  O' Byrne,  a  lawyer,  who  removed 
from  Philadelphia  to  Wilmington,  and  was  conducted 
by  his  three  sons  and  his  sister.  It  was  Democratic 
in  politics.  The  life  of  the  paper  waned  with  the  de- 
clining political  fortunes  of  its  founder.  The  first 
number  of  the  Herald  was  pu]:)lished  in  August,  1S76. 
In  February,  1880,  it  was  bought  by  Emmerson  & 
Conrad,  the  founders  of  the  Morning  Neivs.  The 
issue  of  the  Herald  ceased  with  February,  and,  on 
March  i,  1880,  the  first  number  of  the  Morning  Nexus 
appeared. 


Delazvare  s   Indtistries .  69 

The  new  paper  stepped  at  once  into  the  front  rank 
as  an  enterprising  newspaper.  It  was  the  first  paper 
in  the  state  to  secure  the  Associated  Press  news.  In 
politics  it  was  equally  aggressive,  and  at  once  assumed 
the  position  of  a  leafier  on  questions  of  state  reform. 
Its  first  management  was  short-lived.  Mr.  Emmerson, 
an  experienced  journalist,  devoted  himself  to  the 
organization  of  the  paper  ;  but,  at  the  end  of  four 
months,  he  withdrew  from  the  firm,  and  was  succeeded 
by  Isaac  R.  Pennypacker,  of  Philadelphia.  The  firm 
was  reorganized,  under  the  name  of  Conrad  &  Penny- 
packer.  The  new  firm  conducted  the  paper  with 
marked  ability  until  January,  1882,  when,  Mr.  Conrad 
deciding  to  resume  tiis  law  practice,  the  property  was 
sold.  Conrad  &  Pennypacker  obtained  a  charter  for 
and  organized  the  Neivs  Publishing  Company,  to 
which  the  paper  was  sold.  The  stockholders  of  this 
company  consisted  of  the  late  owners  and  a  number 
of  the  representative  merchants,  manufacturers  and 
professional  men  of  the  city  of  Wilmington.  The  late 
Isaac  Henderson,  of  New  York  Citv,  and  for  forty  years 
joint  owner  with  the  late  William  Cullen  Bryant  of  the 
New  York  Evening:.  Post,  and  Watson  R.  Sperry,  a 
graduate  of  Yale  University  in  the  class  of  '71,  who 
for  six  years  had  been  managing  editor,  and  for  three 
years  the  responsible  editor,  of  the  Evening  Post,  were 
the  priticipal  stockholders.  Mr.  Sperry  became  editor- 
in-chief. 

The  controlling  stockholders  at  this  time  are 
Watson  R.  Sperry  and  Edgar  M.  Hoopes.  Mr.  Sperry 
is  president  and  treasurer  of  the  News  Publishing 
Company,    and  editor-in-chief  of  the  Morning  News. 


Delaware' s    hidustries.  'ji 

Mr.  Hoopes  is  secretary  ot  the  company  and  business 
manager  of  the  paper.  He  is  a  native  of  Ohio,  and 
conies  from  the  Western  Reserve.  He  received  a 
thorough  training  in  the  newspaper  business  in  the 
counting-rooms  of  the  Chicago  Times  and  Cleveland 
Leader.  He  has  entire  charge  of  the  business  affairs 
of  the  Morning  News. 

The  new  owners  at  once  adopted  an  energetic  and 
enterprising  business  policy.  The  paper  was  enlarged, 
the  reportorial  force  increased,  and  within  three 
months  the  plant  was  removed  from  the  old  Moryiing 
Herald  office,  on  Shipley  street,  to  the  Mofning  News 
Building,  its  present  handsome  and  convenient  quar- 
ters, at  No.  511  Market  street. 

The  Morning  News,  under  these  conditions,  be- 
came a  potent  force  for  good  in  the  city  and  state. 
Every  question  of  local  and  national  importance  was 
ably,  fairly  and  fearlessly  discussed  in  its  editorial  col- 
umns. It  became  the  ally  of  every  good  influence 
and  the  advocate  of  every  movement  which  fitterapted 
to  better  the  condition  of  the  people  through  right 
methods.  Its  attacks  on  local  abuses  provoked  many 
counter-attacks  from  its  opponents.  Three  liliel  suits 
were  instituted  against  it  during  the  first  eighteen 
months  of  its  career  under  the  new  management. 
Other  suits  of  the  same  kind  have  been  started  during 
its  history  ;  but  not  one  has  been  pressed  to  a  conclu- 
sion before  the  courts.  This  fact  is,  perhaps,  the  best 
gauge  of  the  justice  of  its  criticisms. 

In  the  fifth  year  of  its  new  history,  the  Morning 
News  successfully  combatted  a  printers'  strike  in  its 
own  office,  opposed  the  great  morocco  strike  which  par- 


72  Delaware' s   hidustries. 

alyzed  the  morocco  business  of  Wilmington  in  March, 
1886,  and  endured  a  boycott  ordered  by  the  Typo- 
graphical Union.  The  printers'  strike  did  not  cause 
the  paper  to  miss  an  issue.  Within  one  week  a  full 
force  of  non-union  printers  were  at  work  on  the  paper. 
Nearly  all  of  this  force  is  still  in  the  employ  of  the 
paper,  and  is  now  organized  as  Delaware  Fraternity, 
No.  4,  of  the  National  Printers'  Protective  Fraternity. 
The  Morning  News,  after  investigating  the  causes  and 
motives  underlying  the  morocco  strike  of  March  23, 
1886,  unhesitatingly  declared  that  the  strike  was  an 
error,  its  motives  wicked,  and  that  it  would  result 
disastrously  for  the  strikers  and  the  community 
at  large.  The  Morning  Nezvs  stood  alone  in  this 
position  for  two  weeks.  The  end  justified  its  criti- 
cisms and  judgment.  During  this  strike,  the  Typo- 
graphical Union  ordered  a  boycott  of  the  paper,  be- 
cause of  what  the  Union  termed  opposition  to  organ- 
ized labor.  The  usual  methods  of  boycotters  were 
employed  to  punish  the  management  of  the  paper  for 
its  opposition  to  the  revolutionar}-  methods  of  the 
strikers,  but  without  success.  The  business  men  of 
the  city  came  promptly  to  the  aid  of  the  paper,  giving 
it  a  generous  support,  which  has  been  continued 
through  its  .subsequent  history.  The  News  has  alwaj^s 
been  in  sympathy  with  the  working  people,  but  it  has 
also  maintained  the  sacredness  of  property  rights  as 
the  true  basis  of  success  for  those  who  ,  are  honestly 
striving  to  secure  a  competence. 

The  Morning  News  has  been  enlarged  three  times 
under  its  present  management,  and  is  now  a  four-page 
paper  of  eight  columns   each.      It  is  printed  on  one  of 


Delaware  s    Industries.  73 

Hoe's  new  improved  fast  printing  and  folding  presses, 
and  is  published  ever}-  day  in  the  year  except  Sunda)^s. 
It  is  the  advocate  and  ally  of  the  churches,  charitable 
organizations,  and  of  the  public  schools.  Its  course 
has  won  friends  for  it  among  all  classes  of  newspaper 
readers,  and  given  it  extended  influence  among  people 
of  all  shades  of  political  opinion. 

The  Weekly  Morning  News  was  first  published 
April  6,  1883.  It  has  since  become  an  influential 
paper,  circulating  upon  the  Delaware  and  Mar5dand 
Peninsula. 


Thomas  McHuGH,  Wholesale  Liquors,  13  Market 
Street. 

The  wholesale  liquor  trade  of  this  section  has  an 
exceedingly  strong  exponent  in  the  personage  of  Mr. 
Thos.  McHugh.  This  gentleman  opened  business  in 
1885  and  has,  since  the  inception  been  most  successful. 

The  premises  occupied  are  about  20x60  feet  in 
dimensions  and  three  .stories  in  height.  They  are 
fitted  in  the  most  commodious  manner. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  foreign 
and  domestic  wines,  liquors,  cordials,  and  in  fact  every- 
thing in  this  line.  The  Eclipse  whiskey  put  up  by 
this  firm  has  achieved  a  reputation  second  to  none,  it 
is  one  of  the  finest  grades  of  old  rj-e  that  can  be  made. 
Two  skilful  assistants  are  constantly  employed. 

Mr.  McHugh  is  thoroughly  versed  in  all  points 
regarding  the  business,  and  all  those  dealing  with  him 
may  rest  assured  that  they  are  getting  full  value  in 
return  for  their  monev. 


74 


Delaware  s    Industries. 


John  McVey,  Boots  and  Shoes,  Front  and  Market 

Streets. 

In  this  section  of  the  cit}^  it  would  be  hard  to  find 
a  more  favorably  known  establishment  than  that  of  Mr. 
John  McVey.  This  gentleman  opened  business  about 
eight  years  ago,  at  14  east  Front  street,  and  came  here 
August  1889,  and  from  the  inception,  received  every 
assurance  of  success. 


The  store  is  about  23x58  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  a  most  commodious  manner.  A  very  large  stock  of 
boots  and  shoes  is  carried,  all  styles  and  kinds  for  men, 
ladies  and  children  are  being  sold. 

The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  extend- 
ing over  a  large  portion  of  the  state. 

Mr.  McVey  has  been  prominent  in  public  as  well 
as  business  life,  having  been  chosen  by  his  admiring 
fellow  citizens  to  represent  them  in  the  City  Council. 


Delaware' s    Industries. 


75 


Morrow   Bros.,    Boots  and   Shoes,    115   Market 

Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  known  establishment  of 
this  character  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Messrs. 
Morrow  Bros.  These  gentlemen  started  business  about 
four  years  ago  and  have  thus  far  been  most   successful. 

The  premises  occupied,  consist  of  a  store  about 
20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  it  is  nicely  fitted  and  fur- 
nished in  the  most  commodious  manner. 


Boots,  shoes,  rubbers  and  brogans  for  men's  wear 
are  kept.  Fine  shoes  being  made  a  speciality  of. 
The  assistance  of  three  capable  persons  is  constantly 
required. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Robert  and 
James  Morrow,  both  gentlemen  having  had  large 
experience  in  this  line,  are  in  every  waj-  capable  of 
supplying  the  demands  of  the  most  particular  custom- 
ers, and  are  respected  in  trade  circles  as  responsible 
dealers. 


76  Delaware  s    Industries. 

C.  P.  Davis,    Shoe   and   Leather   Findings,    123 
Market  Street. 

There  are  a  great  number  of  shoe  stores  in  the  city 
who  depend  entirely  upon  home  market  for  purchase 
of  supplies.  One  of  the  best  known  houses  of  this 
character  is  that  of  Mr.  C.  P.  Davis.  This  gentleman 
has  been  engaged  in  this  business  for  the  past  sixteen 
years.  Three  years  ago  the  present  quarters  were 
taken. 

The  store  now  occupied  is  about  18x30  feet  in  di- 
mensions and  fitted  in  the  most  commodious  manner, 
and  carries  a  comprehensive  line  of  shoe  and  leather 
findings,  and  supplying  the  trade  throughout  this  sec- 
tion. This  gentleman  has  ever}'  facility  for  the  suc- 
cessful conduct  of  his  business. 

Mr.  Davis  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for  more 
than  forty  ^-ears,  having  always  been  prominent  in  pub- 
lic as  well  as  in  private  life.  He  is  an  active  member  of 
the  Societ}'  of  Odd  Fellows,  and  is  respected  as  an  hon- 
orable business  man  in  trade  as  well  as  social  circles. 


George  W.  Quinn.  Merchant  Tailor,  122  Market 
Street. 

It  seems  almost  impossible  to  get  a  ready  made 
suit  that  will  fit  well,  and  it  scarcely  pays  to  buy  them 
when  such  clothes  as  those  from  Mr.  G.  W.  Quinn  can 
be  obtained. 

Has  spent  30  j-ears  in  this  avocation  in  this  city. 
This  business  was  established  by  Mr.  William  H. Quinn, 
the  father  of  the  present  proprietor,  nearly  a  quarter  of 


Delaware  s   Indtcstries.  77 

a  century  ago,  during  which  time  he  has  readily  taken 
the  front  rank  among  the  merchant  tailors  in  this  city, 
and  after  managing  it  for  eighteen  years,  turned  it 
over  to  his  son,  the  present  proprietor,  about  seven  years 
ago.  Mr.  George  W.  Quinn  has  had  a  life  experience 
in  this  business  and  now  occupies  the  premises,  which 
are  about  24x90  feet  in  dimensions,  at  No.  122  Mar- 
ket street. 

A  verj^  choice  selection  of  imported  and  domestic 
fabrics  for  men's  wear  is  carried.  All  the  leading 
designs  can  here  be  seen.  Employment  is  given  to 
about  15  skilled  workpeople  in  and  out  of  the  building. 

Mr.  Quinn  has  been  a  long  resident  of  the  city. 
At  the  age  of  twenty-five,  he  entered  the  state  mili- 
tia, as  a  private  in  cavalry  Troop  B,  and  was 
promoted  to  Commissary  Sergeant  of  Governor's  stafif, 
which  position  he  held  until  honorably  discharged  in 
1890.  Mr.  Quinn  is  also  connected  with  the  Ancient 
Order  United  Workmen  and  the  Knights  of  the  Gol- 
den Eagle,  commanding  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom 
he  holds  business  relations. 


The  Evening  Journal. 

On  May  21st,  1888,  the  Eveyiing  Journal  was 
launched  into  the  world  of  Wilmington  journalism. 
Its  advent  created  a  ripple  of  interest  among  the  news- 
paper readers  of  the  city  and  it  at  once  became  popu- 
lar. At  first  its  newspaper  contemporaries  in  the  city 
received  the  paper  cordially,  curious  to  see  what  the 
result  would  be  of  launching  so  hazardous  an  enter- 
prise in  a  city  where  so  many  new  newspapers  had  lived 


78  Delaware' s    Ind^istries. 

a  short  and  gasping  life.  But  finding  in  it  a  lively  rival 
that  was  likely  to  reduce  their  circulations,  they  as- 
sumed a  different  attitude  and  either  ignored  the  Even- 
ing Journal  or  took  advantage  of  every  opportunity  to 
misrepresent  it.  Some  predicted  an  ephemeral  exis- 
tence of  six  weeks,  others  longer,  but  the  public 
received  the  paper  cordially,  finding  that  it  filled  a 
demand  that  had  long  existed. 

From  its  start,  the  Evening  Journal  has  made  a 
specialty  of  local  news,  and  presenting  it  in  attractive 
style,  its  circulation  has  steadily  increased,  being  now 
equal  to  that  of  any,  and  surpassing  some  of  its  older 
competitors,  and  it  has  become  the  paper  to  which 
everyone  turns  when  desiring  full  and  reliable  reports 
of  all  city  events.  In  fact,  it  has  become  a  by-word: 
"Ifyouseeit  in  the  Journal  \\.'s  so.''  Not  only  has 
the  Evening  Journal  shown  marked  accuracy,  activ- 
ity and  thoroughness  in  gathering  all  the  news  of  the 
city,  rarely  missing  an  item  of  even  passing  import- 
ance, but  it  has  to  its  credit  numerous  important 
'  'beats' '  on  the  other  papers  of  the  city,  notably  the 
Cummins  affair,  the  organization  of  the  Union  Palace 
Car  Company,  the  J.  Eldridge  Pierce  $50,000  defalca- 
tion and  other  matters  of  almost  equal  importance,  full 
and  exclusive  reports  of  which  the  Evening  Journal 
published . 

The  Eveni7iir  Journal  is  fearless,  audacious  and 
cannot  be  bought,  bulldozed  or  deceived.  It  does  not 
cringe  to  the  richest  or  most  powerful,  nor  will  it  do 
the  poorest  or  most  humble  man  an  injustice.  It  has 
won  its  place  by  hard,  constant,  conscientious  labor, 
speaking   boldly   against  frauds,  robbers  and  thieves. 


Delaware' s    Indtistries.  79 

and  by  always  advocating  the  interests  of  the  people 
against  any  man,  or  any  class,  no  matter  how  rich  or 
how  powerful. 

The  Evening  Journal  is  the  only  Democratic  daily 
newspaper  in  Delaware,  and  is  the  recognized  medium 
of  the  Democratic  party  of  the  city  and  state. 

The  Eveniyig  Journal  s  correspondence  from  the 
various  towns  of  the  state,  has  left  little  to  be  desired 
in  covering  that  field,  and  the  admirable  service  of  the 
American  Press  As;-ociation,  of  which  the  Evening 
Jou7~nal  has  the  exclusive  franchise,  ensures  to  its  read- 
ers a  prompt  and  efficient  general  telegraphic  news 
service. 

In  conclusion,  one  of  the  best  evidences  of  the 
prosperity  and  popularity  of  the  Evetiing  Journal  is 
the  fact  that  it  has  been  almost  wholly  supported  by 
home  patronage,  as  its  well-fitted  columns  of  local  ad- 
vertising: will  testifv. 


S.  Gordon,  Restaurant,  116  Market  Street. 

For  the  accommodation  of  the  public,  Mr.  S.  Gor- 
don opened  last  fall  one  of  the  best  restaurants  in  this 
section  of  the  city.  He  is  a  man  of  vast  experience  in 
this  line,  having  formerly  had  a  place  of  this  character 
in  Philadelphia. 

The  esta])lishment  here  is  very  large  and  capacious, 
with  seating  room  for  about  fifty  persons.  The  cuisine 
is  nearly  perfect,  being  under  the  management  of  a  chef 
whose  capabilities  are  very  well-known. 

Rooms  are  also  for  rent,  for  permanent  or  transient 
guests.     They  are  furnished  in  the  nicest  manner. 


8o  Delaware  s    Industries. 

N.  B.  Danforth,  Druggist,  Second  and  Market 
Streets. 

There  are  but  very  few  houses  in  this  city  that  can 
date  back  as  far  as  that  now  under  the  management  of 
Mr.  N.  B.  Danforth.  This  business  was  originally 
established  in  1832,  and  after  passing  through  the 
management  of  several  persons  came  under  the  charge 
of  Mr.  Danforth  some  time  since. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  store  about 
20x70  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a  laboratory  in  the  rear. 

A  full  line  of  fresh  drugs,  patent  medicines, 
sponges,  soap  and  fancy  toilet  articles.  A  fine  soda 
fountain  is  also  run,  and  the  best  cigars  are  kept. 

The  assistance  of  nine  capable  men  is  constantly 
required. 

Mr.  Danforth  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for 
many  years  and  is  well  and  favorably  known  to  a  large 
circle. 


D.  Ross,  Hats,  Caps  and  Furnishing  Goods,  210 
Market  Street. 

There  are  but  few  better  known  stores  in  the  city 
than  that  of  Mr.  D  Ross.  This  gentleman  opened 
business  thirteen  years  'go  at  116  Market  street,  and 
after  remaining  there  for  ten  years  the  change  was 
made  to  the  present  large  and  hand.some  store.  It  is 
about  23x75  feet  in  dimensions  and  furnished  in  the 
neatest  and  be.st  manner. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  men's 
hats,  caps,  men's  furnishing  goods,    hosierv,    notions, 


Delaware' s  Industries.  8 1 

underwear,  and  in  fact  all  the  many  things  that  come 
under  these  lines. 

The  trade  done  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail, 
giving  constant  employment  to  about  ten  people  who 
are  in  every  way  conversant  with  their  duties. 

Mr.  Ross  has  been  very  active  in  public  life  as 
well  as  business,  being  a  member  of  the  Board  of  Edu- 
cation. He  is  Past  Commander  of  the  G.  A.  R.,  of  the 
Department  of  Delaware,  and  an  active  member  of  the 
Grand  Lodge  of  Odd  Fellows  and  the  Encampment, 
the  Red  Men  and  Masonic  Fraternities. 


Frank    Corbit,    Merchant  Tailor,  233   Market 

Street. 

There  are  but  few  men  in  this  line  of  trade  wha 
are  gifted  with  as  much  taste  as  Mr.  Corbit.  This 
gentleman  opened  business  here  in  1878,  and  has  since 
conducted  it  in  the  most  successful  manner,  command- 
ing the  better  class  of  trade. 

The  store  is  about  20  x  35  feet  in  dimensions,  and- 
contains,  at  all  times,  a  large  and  varied  stock  of  the 
seasonable  novelties  for  men's  wear.  Cloths  from  the 
looms  of  Europe  and  America,  in  all  the  latest  designs 
and  shades.  Seven  skilled  workmen  are  employed  in 
and  out  of  the  building,  and  no  means  are  spared  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  patrons. 

Mr.  Corbit  has  always  been  a  resident  of  the  city, 
and  is  identified  with  its  best  interests.  He  is  an  act- 
ive member  of  the  Masons,  Red  Men,  Odd  Fellows 
and  other  fraternal  societies,  and  well  merits  the  suc- 
cess attending  his  efiForts. 


82  Delaware"  s   hidustries. 

Wm.  Huber.  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  203  Market 

Street. 

Few  houses  in  this  section  have  the  enviable  re- 
putation borne  by  that  of  Mr.  Wm.  Huber.  This 
genial  and  courteous  gentleman  opened  business  here 
nearh^  30  years  ago  and  has  since  conducted  it  in  the 
most  successful  and  business-like  manner. 

The  store  is  about  25x70  feet  in  dimensions  and  is 
literally  filled  with  a  large  and  varied  stock,  com- 
prising all  kinds  of  dry  goods,  notions,  hosiery,  under- 
wear and  a  general  line  of  fancy  goods. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  employed.  Mr.  Huber' s 
wife  also  takes  an  active  interest  in  the  business. 

Mr.  Huber  has  been  an  esteemed  and  well-known 
resident  of  Wilmington  for  the  past  thirty  years. 


Cole   &    Co.,   Men's  Furnishings,   202    Market 
Steeet. 

There  is  scarcely  a  more  prominent  store  in  the 
lower  part  of  Market  St. ,  than  that  of  Messrs.  Cole 
&Co. 

This  business  was  originally  started  by  the  same 
firm  about  fifteen  years  ago,  and  success  has  rewarded 
its  efforts  to  a  very  great  extent. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  18  x  30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  fitted  up  in  the  most  attractive  manner, 
one  of  the  peculiar  features  being  a  circular  window, 
that  is  one  of  the  newest  and  best  of  its  kind  in  the 
city.      It  is  also  fitted  with  electric  lights. 

At  all  times  here  mav  be  found  the  choicest  selec- 


Delaware' s  Industries.  83 

tion  of  the  season's  novelties  in  scarfs,  shirts,  collars, 
underwear,  hosierj^ — and,  in  fact,  everything  in  this 
line. 

Mr.  Cole  has  had  many  years'  experience  in  this 
line,  and  is  fully  alive  to  the  wants  of  the  trade.  He 
is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Odd  Fel- 
lows. 


Cleaver   &  Hearn   Manufacturing  Co.,   House 
Furnishing,  221  Market. 

There  are  but  few  establishments  in  the  city  that 
have  a  more  enviable  reputation  than  that  of  the 
Cleaver  &  Hearn  Manufacturing  Co. 

This  business  was  originally  opened  by  the  Hallis 
&  Hearn  Manufacturing  Co. ,  the  present  firm  succeed- 
ing last  year. 

The  building  occupied  is  large  and  commodious  ; 
the  dimensions  are  about  30  x  120.  The  first  floor  is 
used  as  a  show-room  ;  while,  on  the  upper  floors,  are 
located  the  work-rooms. 

A  large  stock  of  house-furnishing  goods  is  kept. 
Special  attention  is  paid  to  refrigerators  and  ice  cool- 
ers, all  the  best  and  most  popular  makes  being  kept. 
Heaters,  ranges  and  tin  ware  of  all  kinds  constitute 
the  largest  part  of  the  business. 

From  fifteen  to  twenty-five  skilled  workmen  are 
constantly  employed.  The  members  of  the  firm  are 
Messrs.  J.  H.  Cleaver  and  J.  N.  Hearn  ;  both  gentle- 
men are  widely  known,  socially  and  commercially. 


84  Delaware' s   Industries. 

Kate  Dougherty,  Notions  and  Trimmings,   417 

Market  Street. 

Among  the  most  prominent  and  most  favorably 
known  stores  in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be  men- 
tioned that  of  Mrs.  Kate  Dougherty.  This  lady  has 
been  in  business  here  for  the  past  eight  years  and  since 
the  inception  she  has  had  every  assurance  of  success. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  25x48  feet  in  dimen- 
sions and  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  appropriate 
manner. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  including  notions, 
trimmings,  ribbons,  corsets,  fancy  goods,  embroidery 
materials,  fine  white  goods,  Hamburg  edging,  flannels, 
laces  and  everything  pertaining  to  this  class  of  goods. 
Baby's  furnishing  goods  a  specialty.  Fine  embroidery 
work  is  done  to  order. 

The  assistance  of  five  skilled  young  ladies  is  con- 
stantly required  and  no  means  spared  to  further  the 
interests  of  the  patrons. 


Delaware  Printing  Co.,  Printers,  Bookbinders 
AND  Stationers,  224  Market  St. 
Certainly,  the  invention  of  movable  type  by  Gut- 
tenburg  has  done  more  to  civilize  the  world  than  any- 
thing else  the  product  of  man's  brain  has  accom- 
plished. It  has  now  come  into  such  general  use  that 
it  would  be  impossible  to  dispense  with  its  efficacy. 
Among  the  well-known  printing  houses  of  this  city, 
none  stand  higher  in  rank  than  the  Delaware  Printing 
Company. 


A.    B.    JONKS. 


Delaware  s   bidustries.  85 

This  concern  was  originally  started  nearly  a 
quarter  of  a  century  ago,  and,  after  passing  through 
various  hands,  came  under  the  present  management, 
now  two  3^ears  ago.  The  premises  occupied  are  about 
27  X  100  feet  in  dimensions,  the  first  floor  being  used 
as  a  show-room,  while  the  upper  ones  are  various 
work  -  rooms.  Four  large  cylinder  and  eight  job 
presses  are  kept  going  almost  constantly,  giving 
employment  to  about  35  skilled  workmen. 

The  stock  of  books  and  stationery  carried  is  very 
large  and  complete.  The  management  of  affairs  is 
divested  upon  Mr.  Edward  F.  James  as  President  ; 
this  gentleman  has  been  connected  with  the  house 
since  its  foundation.  Harry  Folwell  is  Secretary  and 
Treasurer.  Both  gentlemen  are  too  well  known  to 
require  any  comment  at  our  hands,  and,  as  business 
men,  hold  a  reputable  position  in  the  commercial 
world. 


A.  B.  Jones,  Wall  Papers  and  Decorations,  422 
Market  Street. 

In  the  past  few  years  there  has  been  no  trade  in 
which  more  improvement  has  been  made  than  in  this 
line  of  business. 

Mr.  A.  B.  Jones  has  not  been  slow  in  keeping  up 
to  the  front,  he  having  opened  business  here  in  1872, 
has  become  fully  established  and  very  well-known. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  fine  store  about 
20x36  feet  in  dimensions. 

All  kinds  of  decorations  are  done,  from  the  finest 
to  the  cheapest  grades  of  wall  paper.     Window  shades 


86  Delaware"  s   Industries. 

are  also  handled  extensively.  Employment  is  given  to 
from  six  to  twelve  skilled  workmen,  according  to  the 
season. 

Mr  Jones  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city. 
He  has  been  prominent  in  public  as  well  as  private 
life.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W.,  and 
various  other  societies,  commanding  the  confidence  of 
those  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


William  Speakman,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  919 
Market  Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  store  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Mr.  William 
Speakman.  This  business  was  originally  established 
by  Mrs.  Speakman,  the  mother  of  the  present  prop- 
rietor, some  twent}'  years  ago,  and  she  gave  up  busi- 
ness cares  to  her  son  about  four  years  ago. 

This  gentleman  has,  by  consistent  management 
and  a  fine  line  of  goods,  succeeded  to  a  steady  trade. 
The  store  is  about  20x35  feet  in  dimensions.  The 
stock  carried  is  large  and  varied,  comprising  all  kinds 
of  6sy  goods,  dress  fabrics,  ginghams,  muslins, 
cheviots,  etc. ,  as  well  as  notions,  hosiery,  underwear, 
and  small  wares  of  every  description. 

A  young  lady  is  employed  in  the  store  to  facili- 
tate the  work  of  the  establishment. 

Mr.  Speakman  was  born  in  the  cit3'  and  has 
always  taken  an  interest  in  matters  regarding  the  com- 
munity's welfare. 


Delaware' s    hidustries.  87 

Samuel    Hawkins,    Cigar     Manufacturer    and 
Dealer,  S.  E.  Cor.  jth  and  Market  Sts. 

There  is  scarcely  an  older  or  better  established 
house  of  this  character  in  the  city  than  that  of  Mr. 
Samuel  Hawkins.  This  gentleman  having  established 
business  here  about  sixteen  years  ago. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
the  manufacturing  department  upstairs  giving  employ- 
ment to  about  fifteen  skilled  work  people.  The  factory 
is  No.  1233. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  many 
brands  of  the  most  popular  note,  among  them  the 
"Henry  Clay,"  "The  Diplomat"  and  "La  Rosa  Cas- 
tilla."  Smoking  and  chewing  tobacco,  etc.,  are  also 
handled. 

Mr.  Hawkins  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city  and  has  alwaj's  been  prominent  in  all  moves  made 
toward  the  city's  improvement.  He  is  an  active  mem- 
ber of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 


T.  B.  Smith,  Candy  Manufacturer  and  Dealer, 
617  Market  Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  establishment  of  this  kind  in  this  section  of  the 
city  than  that  of  Mr.  T.  B.  Smith.  This  gentleman 
has  been  in  business  for  the  past  four  years,  having 
been  former!}-  at  8th  and  Market  streets  for  two  years 
and  here  for  the  same  length  of  time. 

The  building  is  about  20x100  feet  in  dimensions, 
with  a  handsome  store  about  35  feet  deep;   in  the  rear 


88  Delaware' s  Industries. 

are  the  various  manufacturing  rooms  furnished  with 
the  most  appropriate  tools. 

Nearly  all  the  candy  sold  is  made  on  the  premises 
of  the  best  materials  and  free  from  all  deleterious 
matter.     Several  capable  people  are  employed. 

Mr.  Smith  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  some 
years,  he  is  very  active  and  well-known  in  every  sense 
of  the  word,  he  is  now  Court  Crier  of  the  county. 


f.  w.  woolworth  &  co.,  5  and  id  cent  store, 

416  Market  Street. 

There  are  throughout  the  country  many  estab- 
lishments where  nothing  but  5  and  10  cent  articles  are 
sold.  By  all  odds  the  largest  and  best  known  in  this 
city  is  that  of  Messrs.  F.  W.  Woolworth  &  Co.  This 
business  was  established  here  nearly  two  years  ago. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  very  large 
store,  about  20x100  feet  in  dimensions.  The  stock 
carried  is  something  simply  stupendous,  comprising 
almost  everything  that  can  possibly  be  imagined  as 
selling  for  less  than  10  cents.  Five  capable  assistants 
are  given   constant  employment. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  F.  W.  Wool- 
worth  and  B.  W.  Gage.  The  former  gentleman  has 
entire  control  of  the  Woolworth  syndicate,  comprising 
13  stores,  the  headquarters  of  which  are  in  New  York 
city,  the  Wilmington  store  being  managed  by  Mr. 
Gage,  who  by  his  energ}^  push  and  tact  has  built  up 
here  in  a  short  time,  what  others  would  have  taken 
3^ears  to  do. 


Delaware  s   hidustries. 


89 


Samuel  R.  Thorp,  Merchant  Tailor,  823  Market 
Street. 

The  tailoring  trade  in  this  section  of  the  city  is 
well  represented  in  the  personage  of  Mr.  S.  R.  Thorp. 
This  gentleman  opened  business  some  three  years  ago, 
in  a  much  smaller  store,  and  finding   that  these  more 


desirable  quarters  could   be  obtained,   the\'  were  taken 
about  three  months  ago. 

The  store   now   occupied  is  about    20x35   feet  in 
dimensions.     Here  ma v  be  found  one  of  the  choicest 


9©  Delaware' s    Industries. 

selections  of  imported  and  domestic  fabrics,  for  men's 
wear,  and  all  the  latest  patterns  in  cloth. 

Seven  skilled  work  people  are  constantly  employed 
and  no  lack  of  attention  spared  to  further  the  interests 
of  the  patron. 

Mr.  Thorp  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth,  but  has 
become  a  well-known  resident  here,  and  is  a  young 
man  of  artistic  taste  in  his  line  of  pursuit. 


M.  Meyers,  Clothing  and  Furnishing  Goods,  406 
Market  Street. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  house  of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  than 
that  of  Mr.  M.  Meyers.  This  gentleman  established 
business  as  long  ago  as  1866  at  30S  Market  street.  He 
then  moved  to  Fifth  and  Market  streets,  and  on  the 
25th  of  March  the  present  store  was  taken. 

It  is  about  20x100  feet  in  dimension,  two  floors 
being  used. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  full 
lines  of  men's  and  boys'  ready  made  clothing  and  fur- 
nishing goods,  etc.  A  large  custom  department  is  also 
in  operation,  where  all  the  novelties  of  the  season  may 
be  found.  Employment  is  given  to  five  skilled 
operators  in  and  out  of  the  building. 

Mr.  Meyers  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  since 
1866.  He  is  prominently  identified  with  the  A.  O.  U. 
W.;  the  Knights  of  the  Golden  Eagle  and  the  Masonic 
fraternities.  He  is  a  member  of  the  various  German 
societies  as  well,  and  respected  by  all  who   know  him. 


Delawa  re' s   Industries .  g  i 

Wm.  Alsentzer,  Hatter  and  Furrier,  414  Mar- 
ket Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  more  prominent  house  in  this 
line  than  Mr.  William  Alsentzer.  This  gentleman 
opened  business  here  originally  about  18  years  ago,  in 
a  much  smaller  way,  and  about  seven  years  ago  the 
present  quarters  were  taken.  The  store  is  about  20x 
35  feet  in  dimensions,  with  the  various  manufacturing 
rooms  in  the  rear. 

Hats  and  caps  of  the  newest  and  most  fashionable 
shapes  are  carried.  During  the  season  the  principal 
trade  is  in  furs,  special  styles  being  made  to  order. 

The  services  of  four  skilled  operators  are  con- 
stantly required.  Mr.  Alsentzer,  like  many  of  our 
most  successful  merchants,  is  of  German  descent.  He 
is,  however,  very  well-known  throughout  the  city. 


Saville's  Candy  Kitchen,  809  Market  Street. 

In  the  past  few  months  few  stores  have  acquired 
the  popularity  that  Saville's  Candy  Kitchen  has  ob- 
tained. This  business  was  started  but  five  months  ago 
by  Mr.  Saville,  and  the  business  has  given,  so  far, 
every  evidence  of  a  successful  career. 

The  store  is  about  20x35  f^^t  in  dimensions,  newly 
fitted  in  the  best  and  most  .substantial  manner.  All 
kinds  of  candy  are  made  and  sold,  the  work  rooms 
being  located  in  the  rear. 

Mr.  Saville  is  an  Englishman  by  birth,  but  has 
become  an  American  by  conviction. 


92  Delaware' s   Industries. 

J.   P.   DouGHTEN  &  Co.,  Men's  Furnishings,  410 
Market  Street. 

By  all  odds  the  finest  and  most  favorably  known 
house  engaged  in  this  line,  in  this  city,  is  that  of 
Messrs.  J.  P.  Doughten  &  Co.  The  establishment  of 
this  house  dates  back  as  far  as  1865. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  two  large  floors, 
each  about  20x117  f^^t  in  dimensions.  The  first  floor 
is  used  as  a  show  room  and  is  furnished  in  the  most 
beautiful  manner.  The  second  floor  is  used  as  a  stock 
room  and  manufacturing  department. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  the 
latest  New  York  and  London  novelties.  A  specialty 
of  the  house  is  white  linen  shirts;  these  are  made  in  the 
best  manner.  The  firm  are  the  selling  agents  here  for 
Dr.  Jaeger's  sanitary  woolen  goods. 

Mr.  Doughten  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
State.  He  is  well-known  here  as  in  New  York  and 
Philadelphia,  where  his  stock  is  purchased.  He  is  a 
director  of  the  Farmers'  Bank  of  this  city. 


W.    G.     Farra,     Confectionery,     817     Market 

Street. 

There  are  but  few  houses  in  this  section  that  have 
maintained  the  prominence  that  that  of  Mr.  W.  G. 
Farra  has.  The  business  was  originated  by  George 
Robbins,  who  was  succeeded  by  Messrs.  Farra  & 
Lewis,  and  these,  in  turn,  by  Mr.  W.  G.  Farra,  about 
two  years  ago. 

The  store  is  about  20  x  60  feet  in  dimensions, 
fitted   in    the  nicest   manner,  with  a  large    ice-creaih 


Delaware"  s   Industries.  93 

parlor  in  the  rear,  as  well  as  up-stairs,  superbly  fitted 
out  with  hangings  and  other  attractions.  These 
parlors  have  a  capacity  of  seating  125  persons  up- 
stairs, and  40  down  stairs. 

All  kinds  of  confectionery,  made  by  Whitman  of 
Philadelphia  and  Tenney  of  New  York,  creams,  bon- 
bons, chocolates,  marshmallows,  and  the  celebrated 
"Solferina"  taffy,  made  on  the  premises,  fancy  cakes 
and  ice  cream  are  sold.  During  the  season,  upwards 
of  1,200  quarts  of  this  delicious  refreshment  are  made 
weekly.  Parties,  weddings,  receptions,  balls,  etc., 
are  served  in  the  best  manner,  this  being  a  special 
feature  of  the  establishment.  To  successfull}"^  prose- 
cute this  business,  eight  capable  assistants  are  con- 
stantly employed,  and  every  facility  is  at  hand  for  the 
prompt  fulfillment  of  orders. 

The  subject  of  this  article  has  been  a  life-long 
resident  of  Wilmington.  He  is  an  active  member  of 
the  Masons  and  Odd  Fellows. 


M.  F.  Hayden,  Florist,  702  Market  Street. 

There  are  but  few  as  well  known  houses  of  this 
character  in  the  city  as  that  of  Mr.  M.  F.  Hayden. 
This  business  was  established  about  six  years  ago.  by 
the  present  owner. 

The  store  is  about  20  x  30  feet  in  dimensions. 
Seven  large  greenhouses  are  in  operation,  each  of 
which  is  124  feet  long  by  20  feet  wide  ;  they  are 
located  on  the  Newport  Pike,  about  a  mile  from  the 
city. 


94 


Delaware's   Industries. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  95 

Cut  flowers  of  all  kinds  can  be  obtained  here 
always.  Special  attention  is  paid  to  gardening,  lawns 
being  taken  care  of  in  the  best  manner. 

Eight  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed. 
The  entire  plant  is  the  largest  in  the  State,  and  con- 
tains about  35,000  square  feet  of  glass. 

Mr.  Hayden  is  a  native  of  Chester  county.  Pa., 
but  has  been  a  well  known  and  highly  esteemed  resi- 
dent of  the  city  for  some  time  past. 


W.    T.    Mearns,    Hats    and    Caps,    703    Market 
Street. 

But  few  establishments  have  acquired  the  popu- 
larity in  so  short  a  time  as  that  of  Mr.  W.  T.  Mearns. 
This  gentleman  opened  business  here  in  April,  1890, 
and,  since  the  inception,  the  success  of  the  venture 
has  been  assured,  through  consistent  business  methods 
and  a  fine  line  of  goods. 

Part  of  the  store  is  used  by  Mr.  Ftrris  Giles  ;  it 
is  fitted  in  an  elaborate  and  yet  neat  manner,  the 
dimensions  of  which  are  about  20  x  50  feet.  • 

Hats  and  caps  of  all  kinds  are  sold,  all  the  newest 
shapes  being  constantly  added  to  tlie  alread\^  extensive 
line  of  styles. 

Mr.  Mearns  has  lived  in  the  city  for  the  past 
fifteen  years,  and  had  been  employed  by  Messrs.  P.  J. 
Walsh  &  Co.  until  the  opening  of  this  establishment. 
As  a  business  man,  he  has  won  the  confidence  and 
esteem  of  a  select  trade. 


96  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Miss  A.  Jefferson,  White  Goods,  Laces,  Em- 
broideries, Notions,  Etc.,  713  Market 
Street. 

In  this  line  of  business,  there  are  but  few  better 
or  more  favorably  known  stores  than  that  of  Miss  A. 
JefiFerson.  This  lady  originally  established  business 
in  1866,  and  five  years  ago  the  present  store  was  taken. 
It  is  newl)-  fitted  up,  and  one  of  the  neatest  stores  in 
this  section  ;  the  dimensions  are  about  20  x  50,  and  it 
is  fitted  out  with  all  the  appliances  known  to  the  trade. 

All  kinds  of  white  goods,  laces,  embroideries, 
notions  and  fancy  wares  are  kept,  in  cotton  and  woolen 
materials,  and  everything  in  this  line  of  goods  may 
here  be  found. 

Several  assistants  are  employed  to  prosecute  the 
business,  and  no  means  spared  to  further  the  interests 
of  patrons. 

Miss  Jefierson  is  a  native  of  this  State,  and  has 
become  very  well  knowti,  in  a  social  as  well  as  a  com- 
mercial way,  commanding  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom 
she  holds  business  relations. 


Harry  E.  Bucher,  Photographer,  720  Market 
Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  photographer  in  the  city  than  Mr.  H.  E. 
Bucher.  This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman  estab- 
lished business  here  about  three  years  ago,  and  has 
since  increased  it  to  such  an  extent  that  the  business 
is  now  second  to  none  in  the  citv. 


Delaware' s   hidiistries. 


97 


The  parlor  is  handsomely  furnished,  with  the 
operating  rooms  immediately  in  the  rear  ;  they  are  22 
X  50  feet  in  dimensions,  with  the  best  light,  and  fitted 
with  all  the  most  approved  appliances. 

Four  skilled  assistants  are  employed.  Photogra- 
phy in  all  its  branches  is  done. 

Mr.  Bucher  is  a  native  of  the  city,  and  favorably 
known  in  every  sense  of  the  word. 


B.  F.  McDaniel  &  Co.,  Bicycles,  1009  Market  St. 

In  the  last  decade  but  few  things  have  come  into 
more  popular  use  than  the  bicycle.     The  trade  in  this 


line  is  well  represented  in  Messrs.  B.  F.  McDaniel  & 
Co.  These  gentlemen  opened  business  here  in  Decem- 
ber, 1889,  and  have  since  met  with  the  most  flattering 
success. 

The  .store  is  about  20x60  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  repairing  department  in  the  rear.  Ever>'thing  in  the 
wheel  line  may  be  obtained  here.     The}-   are  also  the 


98  Delaware  s  Industries. 

sole  agents  for  all  sporting  goods  manufactured  by- 
Messrs.  A.  G.  Spaulding  &  Bros.,  of  Philadelphia; 
also  Columbia,  Eagle's  and  Swift's  cycles.  The  merit 
of  these  machines  are  too  well-known  to  require  com- 
ment here.  It  may  here  be  mentioned  that  this  is  the 
only^  establishment  of  this  kind  in  the  state. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  B.  F.  Mc- 
Daniel  and  S.  W.  Merrihew.  Both  gentlemen  are 
natives  of  the  state.  Mr.  Merrihew  is  Chief  Consul  of 
this  State  for  the  L,.  A.  W. ;  he  is  also  captain  of  the 
wheel  club  in  Miis  city. 


I^ICHTENSTEIN    &    HART,   DrY    GoODS,   CLOAKS    AND 

Upholstery,  228  Market  Street. 

Certainly  there  is  not  a  more  beautiful  store  in  the 
city  than  that  of  Messrs.  Lichtenstein  &  Hart.  This 
firm  was  organized  about  three  years  ago.  The  build- 
ing now  occupied  is  one  of  the  most  commodious, 
being  about  25x120  feet  in  dimension  on  each  of  the 
three  floors. 

The  first  floor  is  used  as  a  show  room  for  dry 
goods,  hosiery,  trimmings,  notions  and  white  goods. 
On  the  second  floor,  upholstery  goods,  lace  curtains, 
•draperies  and  everything  pertaining  to  that  branch, 
also, a  full  line  of  ladies', misses'  and  children's  cloaks; 
an  connection  with  their  cloak  department,  they  have 
an  order  department,  where  garments  are  made  in  any 
style  desired,  and  in  this  department  they  are  leaders 
in  this  city,  and  enjoy  the  most  perfect  facilities  for 
order  work.  The  third  floor  is  their  manufacturing 
department. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  99 

The  trade  done  by  this  house  is  of  the  highest 
class,  their  establishment  being  patronized  by  the  elite 
of  the  city.  Sixteen  capable  salespeople  are  given 
constant  employment,  and  every  facility  is  at  hand  to 
supply  the  most  urgent  demand  of  a  select  trade. 

Another  important  feature  of  the  house  is  interior 
decorations,  in  the  way  of  hangings,  drapery,  uphol- 
stery, etc.  Public  and  private  edifices  are  completely 
furnished  with  lace  curtains,  among  which  may  be 
named:  Irish  point,  Swiss  tambour,  brussels,  Cluny 
ottoman,  Nottingham,  etc.  In  heavy  draperies,  velour 
tapestry  plush,  chenille  and  Turcoman,  and  in  the  way 
of  upholstery  goods  are  brocatelles,  satin  goods,  silk 
tapestries,  petit  points;  these  goods  are  furnished  in 
silk,  wool  and  cotton  material  and  without  a  doubt  the 
above  line  is  the  finest  in  the  state. 

The  management  devolves  personally  upon  the 
members  of  the  firm.  Both  gentlemen  are  of  long 
experience  in  this  line,  commanding  the  esteem  of  all 
with  whom  thej''  form  business  relations.  As  merchants 
they  hold  a  leading  position  in  commercial  circles,  as 
reliable  dealers,  and  have  ample  capital  and  consecu- 
tive business  abilit}'-  to  prosecute  such  an  extensive 
trade. 


Duncan  Bros.,  Hardware,  Cutlery,  Tools  and 
Electrical  Supplies,  214  Market  St. 
There  is  scarcely  a  more  prominent  house  in  town 
devoting  its  energies  to  hardware  in  general  than 
Messrs.  Duncan  Bros.  This  business  was  originallj^ 
started  in  1834,  by  the  father  and  uncle  of  the  present 


loo  Delaware' s  Industries. 

proprietors.  After  passing  through  various  changes, 
it  came  under  the  entire  management  of  the  present 
firm,  about  fifteen  years  ago. 

The  premises  occupied  are  very  large,  about  30 
X  100  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is  fitted  in  the  most 
commodious  manner.  The  stock  carried  is  very  large, 
comprising  nearly  all  the  multitudinous  articles  that 


come  under  the  head  of  small  hardware,  tools,  cutlery, 
etc. 

Electrical  supplies  are  made  a  specialty  of,  all  the 
newest  designs  being  obtained  here. 

The  assistance  of  four  skilled  workmen  is  required. 

The  members  of  firm  are  Messrs.  R.  B.  Duncan 
and  H.  B.  Duncan,  both  gentleman  having  spent  many 
years  in  this  line,  and  are  fully  conversant  with  all  its 
many  details 


Avars  &  Son,  Jewelry,  309  Market  Street. 

Prominently  identified  with  the  jewelry  trade  in 
this  section  may  be  mentioned  the  house  of  Messrs. 
Ayars  &  Son.  This  business  was  originally  estab- 
lished about  eighteen  years  ago  at  305  Market  street, 
and  three  years  ago  those  quarters  were  given  up  and 
the  ones  now  in  use  taken. 


Delaware' s   hidzistries.  loi 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions  and 
furnished  in  the  neatest  and  best  st3de.  The  stock 
carried  is  large  and  varied,  comprising  all  kinds  of  the 
best  makes  of  watches,  clocks,  silverware  and  jewelry. 

Special  orders  are  attended  to  in  the  most  prompt 
manner.  Particular  attention  is  paid  to  optical  goods 
of  all  kinds,  physicians'  prescriptions  being  carefully 
filled.  Three  skilled  assistants  are  constantly  em- 
ployed. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Mrs.  Ayars  and  Mr. 
J.  H.  Ayars.  Both  of  the  partners  are  residents  of  the 
city  and  are  widely  known.  Mr  Ayars,  Sr. ,  was  a  mem- 
ber of  Council  from  this  ward,  but  has  now  retired. 


E.  A.  Humphrey  &  Bro.,  Hatters  and  Furnish- 
ers, 302  Market  Street. 

It  would  be  interesting  to  trace  the  successive 
steps  of  improvement  in  the  method  of  protecting  the 
head  used  by  different  nations,  from  the  Turkish"fez" 
to  the  elegant  hats  worn  by  the  present  generation. 
One  of  the  best  known  and  most  reliable  houses  en- 
gaged in  the  sale  of  hats  and  men's  furnishing  goods, 
here  in  our  midst,  is  the  above  mentioned,  located  at 
302  Market  street. 

Humphrey  Bros,  are  natives  of  New  York  state, 
who  came  to  Wilmington  twenty  (20)  years  ago  and 
brought  with  them  that  business  faculty  called  "push" 
so  well  known  as  a  characteristic  of  the  metropolis  of 
the  great  Empire  State,  and  have  always  been  noted 
for  the  energy   and  enterprise  in   buying  and   selling 


I02  Delaware' s  Industries. 

goods  in   which  they  deal,  and  are  j ustly  termed  the 
"leaders  of  the  styles." 

An  unusually  fine  assortment  of  hats  and  men's 
furnishing  goods  may  be  found  here  at  all  times.  As 
dealers  in  ladies'  and  misses'  fine  fur  goods,  Humphrey 
Bros,  have  no  equal  in  this  section  of  the  country, 
their  store  having  become  a  fashionable  resort,  not  only 
for  the  elite  of  our  own  city,  but  for  miles  around  they 
visit  this  large  emporium,  to  witness  the  exhibition  of 
the  largest  and  richest  variety  to  be  found  in  this  part 
of  the  state. 

This  house  is  noted  for  its  moderate  prices  and 
courteous  and  liberal  dealings  with  customers,  and  has 
by  t*he  promptness  and  good  faith  shown  to  all,  built 
up  an  immense  business,  (being  strictly  one  price  in 
every  sense  of  the  word),  and  for  this  reason  and  the 
advantages  which  are  offered,  we  have  deemed  it  a 
duty  to  call  Humphrey  Bros.'  establishment  into  prom- 
inence, although  it  needs  it  not,  as  the  tongue  of  good 
report  has  long  since  brought  it  into  greater  popular- 
ity than  we  can  do  in  a  cursory  sketch. 


H.  R.  Br[nghurst,  Druggist,  317  Market  Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  no  house  in  the  cit}^  that  has  been 
in  existence  any  longer  than  that  now  conducted  by 
Mr.  H.  R.  Bringhurst. 

This  business  was  originated  nearly  a  century  ago 
(1793),  and  since  that  time  has  always  been  in  the 
Bringhurst  family.  The  present  proprietor  took  the 
management  nearly  fifty  years  ago,  and  has  ever  sus- 


Prof    Weil. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  103 

tained  a  reputable  position  in  trade  circles.  The 
store  is  about  25x50  feet  in  dimensions. 

A  full  line  of  fresh  drugs,  perfumery,  sachets  and 
fancy  toilet  articles,  herbs,  teas,  roots,  barks,  etc.,  can 
be  obtained  here, as  well  as  a  line  of  physicians'  appli- 
ances and  everything  in  the  line  of  a  first-class  stock 
of  drugs. 

Special  attention  is  paid  to  the  filling  of  prescrip- 
tions. This  department  is  under  the  personal  super- 
vision of  the  proprietor  himself,  thus  ensuring  perfect 
accuracj'  and  reliability  in  this  critical  profession.  Three 
capable  assistants  are  employed  in  the  prosecution  of 
the  business  and  every  means  noted  to  further  the  in- 
terests of  the  patron. 

Mr.  Bringhurst  is  a  native  of  Wilmington  and  his 
ancestry  can  be  traced  back  for  many  years  with  the 
annals  of  the  city's  best  interests.  Since  establishing 
here  he  has  been  successful  in  the  promulgation  of  the 
drug  trade,  and  sustains  the  family  connection  with 
trade  and  social  circles  of  the  community. 


Prof.    Weil,    Scientific    Optician,   305    Market 
Street. 

It  seems  that  every  year  there  are  more  and  more 
5^oung  people  who  require  glasses;  of  late  years  there 
have  been  many  eminent  scholars  who  have  devoted 
themselves  to  the  study  of  the  eye. 

Among  the  most  prominent  may  be  mentioned 
Prof.  Weil.  This  gentleman  received  his  education  in 
this  line  from  the  most  renowned  schools  in  Germany 
and  France. 


I04  Delaware  s   Indiistriis. 

He  opened  the  establishment  in  this  cit}--  in  Sep- 
tember i88g,  and  has  since  then  proved  himself  to  be 
one  of  the  most  skillful  opticians.  He  is  the  maker  of 
the  justly  celebrated  O  E.  P.  lense,  which  is  the  hard- 
est, clearest  and  whitest  lense  ever  invented. 

He  has  many  agents  throughout  the  country,  all 
skillful  opticians,  who  will  call  on  anj'body  who  de- 
sires them  to,  and  examine  the  eyes  free  of  charge. 

Prof.  Weil  has  become  very  well  known  in  this 
section  b}'  his  many  wonderful  cures  in  this  direction. 
He  has  many  voluntary  testimonials  from  prominent 
people  here  and  throughout  the  country. 

He  is  an  active  member  of  Grant  Post  No.  13, 
G.  A.  R.,  having  fought  in  the  late  war. 


Mark  Phdrick,  Cigars,  S29  Market  Street. 

There  are  but  few  places  in  this  section  of  the  city 
where  as  good  a  line  of  cigars  and  manufactured  tobac- 
co may  be  found  as  at  the  establishment  of  the  gentle- 
man whose  name  heads  this  article.  Opening  busi- 
ness here  about  a  year  ago,  Mr.  Pedrick  has  succeeded 
by  consecutive  business  and  a  fine  line  of  goods  to  a 
fine  trade. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  18x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, attractively  arranged,  with  a  reception  room  in 
the  rear.  At  all  times  may  be  obtained  a  choice  selec- 
tion of  imported  and  domestic  cigars,  whose  quality 
and  flavor  are  unexcelled.  Smoking  and  chewing 
tobaccos  of  many  brands,  snuff,  pipes,  cigarettes  and  a 
general  line  of  smokers'  articles  are  carried  in  stock. 


Delaware  s   hidustries .  105 

Mr.  Pedrick  has  always  been  a  resident  of  the 
cit}',  he  is  highly  esteemed  in  trade  as  well  as  social 
circles  throughout  the  city,  and  the  patronage  be- 
stowed upon  his  efforts  to  supply  a  select  trade,  is  well 
merited.     . 


H.  A.  Bradfield,  Musical  Instruments  and  Sta- 
tionery, 832  Market  Street. 
Among  the  many  new  enterprises  in  this  city  that 
have  opened  since  the  first  of  the  year,  few  give  prom- 
ise of  more  success  than  that  of  Mr.  H.  A.  Bradfield. 
This  gentleman  opened  here  the    first  of  April. 
The  store  is  about  20x50  feet  in  dimensions.     Pianos, 
organs,  musical  instruments,  books  and  stationery  are 
sold. 

Mr.  Bradfield  is  the  agent  here  for  some  of  the 
most  popular  instruments,  among  them,  the  Decker 
Bros,  pianos,  Haines  Bros,  pianos  and  Mason  and 
Hamlin  pianos  and  organs. 

Mr.  Bradfield  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  man  in 
this  line,  having  had  a  store  of  the  same  character  in 
Bristol,  Pa.,  which  business  he  gave  up  on  coming 
here.  He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the 
Odd  Fellows  and  the  Royal  Arcanum. 


Mrs.  M.  a.  Taggart,  Trimmings  and  Stationery, 

801  Market  Street. 

Few,  if  any,  stores  in  this  section  have  obtained 
any  better  reputation  than  that  of  Mrs.  M.  A.  Taggart. 
This  lady  established  business  here  about  fifteen  years 


io6  Delaware"  s   Industries. 

ago,  and  has  since  met   with   success  in   this   depart- 
ment of  business. 

The  store  is  about  20x35  f^^t  in  dimensions,  attrac- 
tively arranged,  and  carries  a  fine  stock  of  stationery, 
blank  and  copy  books,  pens,  inks,  paper  of  every 
variety,  notions  and  trimmings,  toys,  books,  games, 
etc.  Two  capable  and  efficient  salesladies  are  employed 
at  all  times,  and  no  means  spared  to  further  the  inter- 
ests of  the  patron. 

Mrs.  Taggart  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years;  she  is  well  known  in  a  social  as  well  as 
business  way,  in  this  city. 


Miss  E.  E.  Strang,  UmbreIvI.as,  etc.,  812  Market 

Street. 

Among  the  best  known  and  most  prominent  estab- 
lishments in  this  section  of  the  city,  may  be  mentioned 
the  store  of  Miss  E.  E  Strang.  This  estimable  lady 
opened  business  about  eleven  years  ago  at  Fourth  and 
Market  streets,  and  as  these  desirable  quarters  were  to 
be  obtained,  the  change  was  made  in  March  1890. 
The  store  is  about  20x35  feet  in  dimensions. 

Umbrellas  and  parasols  of  all  kinds  are  kept, 
special  orders  being  given  immediate  attention  ;  em- 
broidering materials  are  also  handled  extensively. 
Several  assistants  are  employed,  and  every  facility  is  at 
hand  for  the  prompt  and  efficient  execution  of  orders. 

Miss  Strang  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has 
become  very  well  known  during  her  residence  here, 
commanding  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom  she  forms 
business  or  social  relations. 


Delaware"  s   Industries.  107 

D.  B.   Jones,   Manufacturer  of  Fine  Cafes  and 
Confectionery,  841  Market  Street. 

Among-  the  representative  houses  in  this  city,  may- 
be mentioned  that  of  Mr.  D.  B.  Jones,  the  caterer. 
This  gentleman  opened  business  about  seven  years  ago, 
in  a  much  smaller  way.  About  two  and  one-half  years 
ago  the  present  large  and  commodious  quarters  were 
taken. 

The  premises  now  occupied,  are  about  25x117  feet 
in  dimensions,  there  being  now  about  $25,000  invested 
in  the  plant.  A  parlor  in  the  rear  of  the  store  has  a 
seating  capacity  of  twenty-five  persons,  and  a  parlor 
upstairs,  seating  some  ninety  persons. 

Only  the  finest  grades  of  confectionery,  bon-bons, 
creams,  chocolates,  marsh-mallows,  etc.,  as  well  as  ice 
cream,  and  none  but  fancy  cakes,  jumbles,  kisses,  and 
delicate  pastry  are  made.  These  goods  are  sent  to 
patrons  all  over  this  and  adjoining  territory,  and  an 
immense  trade  is  transacted  in  catering  to  weddings, 
balls  and  parties,  receptions,  dinners,  etc.,  at  the  short- 
est notice  and  in  the  best  manner.  Every  facility  be- 
ing at  hand  to  prosecute  a  fine  trade,  Mr.  Jones  being^ 
a  caterer  of  no  small  ability. 

To  successfully  conduct  this  business,  six  skilled 
men  are  employed,  the  highest  salary  being  paid  them 
so  as  to  ensure  efficient  assistance  in  the  manufactur- 
ing department;  four  salespeople  are  required  in  the 
store. 

Mr.  Jones  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  many 
years,  he  has  always  been  active  in  promoting  its  best 
interests.     As  a  representative   business  man,  he  has 


io8  Delaware' s    Industries. 

no  superior  in  this  line,  and  caters  to  the  elite  of  the 
city  in  all  the  delicacies  of  the  season,  commanding 
the  confidence  of  the  community  for  his  business 
qualifications  and  commercial  worth. 


The  Great  Atlantic  and  Pacific  Tea  Company, 

815  Market  Street. 
In  this  age  of  adulteration,   but  few   articles   have 
escaped.  Among  the  places  that  first-class  articles  may 
be  obtained  may  be  mentioned  that   of  the  Great  At- 
lantic &  Pacific  Tea  Company's  establishment. 

This  business  was  opened  here  about  eight  years 
ago.  A  store  about  20x60  feet  is  occupied;  it  is  fitted  in 
the  most  beautiful  and  commodious  manner. 

All  kinds  of  teas,  coffes,  chocolates  and  sugars  are 
sold,  beautiful  pieces  of  china  and  glass  ware  being 
given  away  with  ever}^  purchase.  Ten  men  and  two 
teams  are  kept  busy  in  the  store. 

The  manager  is  Mr.  H.  K.  Clower;  this  gentleman 
is  a  thoroughly  practical  man  in  this  line;  he  is  very 
highly  spoken  of  in  trade  and  social  circles  as  a 
gentleman  of  integrity  and  executive  ability,  winning 
the  respect  of  all  with  whom  he  deals. 


S.  Speakman,  Furniture,  Carpets,   etc.,  820  and 
822  Market  Street. 

There  is  possibly  not  a  better  known  house  in 
this  section  than  that  of  Mr.  S.  Speakman.  This 
gentleman  established  business  here  about  three  years 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  109 

ago  and  since  the  opening  has  given  every  evidence 
of  success. 

The  store  is  a  double  front,  40x60  feet,  covering- 
about  5,000  square  feet  of  space,  and  is  literally  filled 
with  a  large  and  varied  stock,  consisting  of  all  kinds 
of  furniture,  for  parlor,  kitchen,  dining-room  and 
office,  carpets,  rugs  and  house  furnishing  goods  of 
every   description. 

The  trade  done  is  large,  lying  all  over  the  States 
of  Delaware  and  Maryland.  The  first  year's  trade  was 
$18,000,  and  it  now  runs  to  $50,000. 

Six  capable  assiscants  are  employed  and  a  team 
is  kept  busy,  and  no  means  spared  to  further  the 
interests  of  the  patrons. 

Mr.  Speakman  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania.  He 
was  formerly  the  general  manager  of  the  Singer  Manu- 
facturing Co.,  for  this  State,  but  gave  it  up  upon 
entering  this  field.  He  has  been  a  member  of  City 
Council,  and  takes  an  active  and  prominent  interest 
in  the  successful  management  of  the  city  government^ 
commanding  the  esteem  of  trade  as  well  as  social 
circles. 


MoYSTiN  &  Brown,  Fine  Decorations  and  Wai^l. 
Paper,  831  Market  Street. 

There  are  but  few  lines  of  trade  that  have  reached 
such  perfection  in  the  past  few  years  as  this  one.  Among 
the  best  known  houses  in  this  line  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  Messrs.  Moystin  &  Brown.  These  gentlemen 
opened  business  here  on  April  i3tli,  1889.  Mr.  Moy- 
stin had  been  in  business  prior  to  this,  about  five  years 


no  Delaware's    Industries. 

t 
in    Wilmington,    and    commanded    the    finest    trade 

here. 

The  store  is  an  example  of  the  beautiful  work  that 
can  be  done  in  this  line.  Fitted  up  in  the  most  attract- 
ive manner,  it  carries  a  comprehensive  line  of  wall  deco- 
rations, ranging  from  the  most  inexpensive  to  the  richest 
designs  in  heavy  relief  work  in  leathers,  press  parlor 
papers  and  borders,  flock  and  flitter  hangings  with 
border,  hand  embroidered  hangings  with  border,  raised 
felts,  varnished  tiles  and  borders,  clouded  flock  and 
flitters,  hand  ingrain  hangings  and  borders,  fine  ceiling 
decorations,  damascenes  and  velours. 

Also  the  lincrusta  walton,  with  its  many  wonderful 
designs  in  relief,  and  ceilings  frescoed  and  papered 
from  designs  furnished  by  this  house. 

The  dimensions  of  the  store  are  about  25x40  feet, 
and  every  facility  is  at  hand  for  the  prompt  execution  of 
orders  of  any  magnitude. 

Lusterines,  cretonnes  and  illuminated  paper  and 
stuff  are  still  growing  in  popularity,  and  when  used  as 
a  frieze  above  .stencil  papers,  make  beautiful  bed-room 
walls. 

A  specialty  is  made  in  fine  window  shades.  To 
successfully  prosecute  the  business  from  five  to  ten 
skillful  workmen  are  employed. 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  W.  H. 
Moystin  and  William  O.  Brown.  Both  gentlemen  are 
well-known  and  highly  esteemed  residents  of  the  city. 
Both  are  practical  men,  qualified  by  natural  ability 
and  experience.  Mr.  Moystin,  as  well  as  Mr,  Brown 
have  both  been  at  the  head  of  Ball  &  Co.,  now  of  New 
York,  formerly  of  Wilmington,  doing  the  finest  trade. 


Delaware's   hidtcstries .  iii 

This  house  does  the  work  of  the  elite  of  the  city  of  Wil- 
mington; the  palaces,  mansions,  public  halls  and  the 
finest  residences  of  the  State  show  marks  of  their  ability. 
At  this  artistic  pursuit  Mr.  Boystin  has  spent  over 
a  quarter  of  a  century  as  a  practical  man  in  this 
business,  and  Mr.  Brown  some  fifteen  years,  and  have 
made  a  perfect  study  of  this  art,  doing  frescoing,  making 
combinations  of  colors  and  blendings  almost  perfect  in 
their  splendor. 

Under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietors 
themselves,  all  work  emanating  from  these  premises 
will  ensure  satisfaction. 


B.   Gluckman,    Manufacturer   of    Cuban    Hand 
Made  Cigars,  913  Market  Street. 

But  few  establishments  of  so  short  a  lifetime  have 
acquired  the  popularity  that  of  Mr.  B.  Gluckman  has. 
This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman  established  busi- 
ness here  on  April  15th  and  trade  has  been  on  the 
rush  since  the  opening.  The  store  is  newly  fitted  up 
in  the  best  manner.  The  dimensions  are  20x50  feet, 
with  the  workrooms  in  the  rear. 

Cuban  hand-made  cigars  are  always  to  be  found 
here  in  a  large  variety.  A  full  line  of  tobacco  and 
smokers'  articles  is  also  carried . 

The  factory  number  is  1008,  and  four  skilled 
workmen  are  employed  in  the  manufacturing  depart- 
ment. The  capacity  of  the  factory  is  about  18,000 
cigars  monthly.  These  goods  are  all  hand-made  and 
thus  insure  satisfaction. 


112  Delaware  s   Industries. 

Mr.  Gluckman  is  a  German  by  birth,  but  has  been 
a  prominent  and  well-known  resident  of  this  section 
for  some  time. 


Philip  H.  Wijod,  Druggist,  921  Market  St. 

Among  the  many  additions  to  trade  in  this  section 
none  are  more  prominent  than  the  new  store  just 
opened  by  xVIr.  P.  H.  Wood.  This  gentleman  estab- 
lished himself  at  Tenth  and  Market  streets  in  1876, 
and,  seeing  these  more  desirable  quarters,  moved  here 
in  March,  1890. 

The  store  now  occupied  is  about  25x40  feet  in 
dimensions,  newly  fitted,  and,  in  fact,  one  of  the  hand- 
somest stores  of  this  kind  in  the  city.  Everything  in 
the  drug  line  is  handled,  and  none  but  the  purest  and 
freshest  articles  are  kept. 

Drugs,  perfumery,  soap  and  fancy  toilet  articles 
of  all  kinds  are  constantly  carried  in  stock  ;  also, 
physicians'  and  surgeons'  appliances,  patent  and  pro- 
prietary remedies,  herbs,  teas,  barks,  etc.  Special  at- 
tention is  paid  to  filling  physicians'  prescriptions. 
This  department  is  under  the  personal  supervision  of 
the  proprietor  himself,  an  accurate  dispensing  chemist, 
thus  assuring  the  best  satisfaction.  Several  efl&cient 
assistants  are  employed  to  facilitate  the  affairs  of  the 
establishment. 

Mr.  Wood  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has  been 
prominent  here  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active  mem- 
ber of  the  Masonic  Fraternity  and  the  Odd  Fellows, 
and  well  merits  the  esteem  in  which  he  is  held. 


Delaware's  Indtistj'ies.  113: 

Fell  &  Peoples,  Hardware  and  Paints,  507  Mar- 
ket Street. 

There  are  but  few  houses  in  the  city  that  have 
maintained  as  savorj^  a  reputation   as  that  of  Messrs. 


..^-'rffiisifir' 


Fell  &  Peoples.  The  business  was  started  more  than- 
forty  years  ago,  and  after  various  changes  came  under 
the  management  of  the  present  jQrm  about  seven  5'ears- 
ago.      The  store  is  about  25x50  feet  in  dimensions. 

A  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  building  and 
household  hardware,  paints,  oils,  glass,  etc.  Hou.se 
furnishing  goods  of  all  sorts  are  also  handled.  A 
specialty  is  made  of  the  Atlas  paints. 

Several  assistants  are  constantly  employed  in  the- 
store. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  S.  L.  Fell  and  A.  D. 
Peoples.  Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of  this  state  and 
stand  high  in  the  rank  of  prominent  business  men  of 
the  citv. 


John  Wise,  Lumber  Dealer,  Twelfth  and  Mar^ 

KET  Streets. 

It  is  an  admitted  fact  that  the  lumbering  interests- 
of  the  United  States  form  a  very  important  item  in  the 
general  aggregate  of  our  country-' s  business.  The 
rapid  growth  and  development  of  the  lumber  business 
has  been  brought  about  by  the  agency  and  enterprise 


ST4  .'Delaware' s  Industries. 

-of  such  houses  as  that  of  John  Wise,  the  well-known 
lumber  merchant  of  the  above  address. 

This  house  for  upwards  of  thirty  years  has  been  a 
factor  in  supplying  the  trade  in  this  city  and  through- 
/out  this  section  with  the  best  varieties  of  eastern,  west- 
ern and  southern  lumber,  and  from  its  first  inception, 
now  over  a  quarter  of  a  century  ago,  it  has  proven 
itself  a  worthy  enterprise  in  this  line  of  commerce. 

The  Wilmington  and  Brandywine  lumber  yard  is 
located  eligibly  along  the  Brandywine  Creek,  and  the 
best  facilities  are  enjoyed  for  the  importation  and  ship- 
ment of  lumber  hy  water  as  well  as  by  rail.  The  yard 
is  stocked  with  all  kinds  of  builders'  lumber,  white  and 
yellow  pine,  hemlock,  poplar,  spruce,  etc.,  as  well  as 
shingles,  plastering  lath,  pickets  and  everything  for 
building. 

Important  connection  and  perfected  facilities 
enable  this  house  to  fill  orders  of  any  description. 
The  policy  upon  which  the  business  is  conducted  is 
characterized  by  liberality  and  a  careful  fostering  of 
the  interests  of  all  patrons,  and  transactions  once  begun 
are  both  profitable  and  agreeable  to  the  consumer. 
In  1880  Mr.  Wise  took  possession  of  his  present  pre- 
mises, the  dimensions  of  which  are  150x200  feet  in  area. 
Kvery  means  is  at  hand  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of 
all  orders. 

Born  in  Wilmington,  Mr.  John  Wise  is  an  ex- 
perienced lumber  merchant  of  repute  and  standing  in 
commercial  circles,  and  well  merits  the  success  attend- 
ing his  efforts. 


Delaware's  Industries.  115 

RiGNEY  &  Co.,  Notions  and  Trimmings,  619  Mar- 
ket Street. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  stores 
in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be  mentioned  that  of 
Misses  Rigney  &  Co.  This  business  was  started  on  its 
career  about  six  years  ago  by  the  present  proprietors. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  furnished  in  the  neatest  manner.  The  stock  carried 
is  large  and  comprises  a  choice  selection  of  notions, 
trimmings,  white  goods,  hosiery,  ribbons  and  fancy 
goods.  Several  capable  persons  are  constantly'-  em- 
ployed. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  the  Misses  A.  E  and 
K.  Rigne5^  both  ladies  of  vast  and  varied  experience 
in  this  line.  They  have  been  life-long  residents  of  the 
city,  and  are  well-known,  socially  as  well  as  com- 
mercially. 


Harry  K.  Thomas  &  Co.,  Jewelers,  509  Market 

Street. 

Among  the  business  enterprises  opened  here  in  the 
past  year  few  have  been  more  successful  than  Messrs. 
Harry  E.  Thomas  &  Co.  This  concern  started  last 
November.  The  store  located  at  509  Market  street 
is  used. 

A  large  and  complete  stock  of  diamonds,  watches, 
jewelry,  silverware,  clocks  and  optical  goods  is 
carried.  Repairing  is  made  a  specialty  of.  Gold  and 
silver  are  also  bought. 

Mr.  Thomas  is  a  native  of  Reading,  Pa. ,  but  has 
become  one  of  our  active  and  enterprising  young  busi- 


ii6  Delaware's  Industries. 

ness  men.  He  is  a  prominent  member  of  the  American 
Fraternal  Circle  and  of  the  Young  Men's  Christian 
Association. 


Paul  Bright,  Union  Pacific  Tea  Co.,  517  Market- 
Street. 

There  are  but  few  stores  in  this  section  of  the  city 
that  are  better  known  to  the  average  housewife  than 
the  Union  Pacific  Tea  Co.  This  business  was  origin- 
ally opened  as  a  branch  of  the  main  house  in  New 
York,  but  was  afterwards  purchased  by  Mr.  Paul 
Bright,  who  still  has  it  under  his  control.  The  store 
is  about  25x80  feet  in  dimensions.  The  stock  carried 
is  large,  comprising  teas,  coffees,  spices,  sugars,  etc. 

The  trade  done  is  among  the  largest  of  this  kind 
in  the  city.  Four  assistants  and  two  teams  are  con- 
stantly kept  busy. 

Mr.  Bright  has  always  been  a  resident  of  this  city. 
He  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  a  social,  political 
and  commercial  sense. 


De  Soto  Bros.,  Manufacturers  and  Dealers  in 
Imported  Cigars  and  Tobacco,  715  Market 
Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  nothing  so  soothing  to  the  temper 
of  an  angry  man  as  the  fumes  of  a  good  cigar,  and  the 
greatest  boor  would  become  as  gentle  as  a  lamb  after 
having  smoked  a  weed  from  the  well-known  house  of 
De  Soto  Bros.  These  gentlemen  opened  business  here 
about  eleven  3-ears  ago,  and  since  the  inception  have 


Delaware'' s    hidustries.  117 

been  favored  with  the  greatest  success.  The  store  is 
about  20x35  fsst  in  dimensions,  fitted  in  the  neatest 
and  best  manner.  Cigars,  tobacco,  cigarettes  and 
smokers'  articles  are  carried  in  great  variety. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Ralph  and 
Antonio  De  Soto.  Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of 
Cienfuegos,  Cuba,  but  have  become  Americanized  bj^ 
their  long  residence  in  this  country. 

A  large  wholesale  business  is  done,  and  western 
trade  of  considerable  proportions  is  being  handled. 

Some  four  j^ears  since  the  factor^^  which  employs 
over  thirty  hands,  was  removed  from  here  to  Philadel- 
phia, in  consequence  of  the  difficulty  of  obtaining 
skilled  labor,  and  its  location  there  is  37  and  39  Straw- 
berry street. 


J.  Ragey,  Dyeing  and  Scouring,  722  Market  St. 

There  are,  perhaps,  but  few  better  known  estab- 
lishments in  this  section  of  the  cit}'-  than  that  of  Mr. 
J.  Ragey.  The  business  was  established  over  a  quarter 
of  a  century  ago  by  Mr.  lyardet,  who  has  since  died, 
and  the  present  proprietor  took  the  management  about 
fifteen  years  ago.  The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in 
dimensions,  with  the  work-rooms  in  the  rear. 

French  steam  dyeing  and  scouring  is  done  in  the 
best  manner,  the  finest  dresses  being  cleaned  without 
the  slightest  possible  danger  to  the  fabric.  Three 
skilled  workmen  are  employed  in  the  business. 

Mr.  Ragey  is  well-known  and  highly  esteemed  in 
the  city.  His  son,  Charles,  is  actively  identified  in 
the  business. 


ii8  Delaware' s   Industries. 

J.  T.  Wilson,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  413  Mar- 
ket Street. 

Among  the  most  prominent  and  well  known 
establishments  in  this  section  of  this  city  may  be  men- 
tioned that  of  Mr.  J.  T.  Wilson. 

This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman  opened 
business  here  about  sixteen  years  ago,  and  since  the 
inception  has  met  with  the  most  flattering  success. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  16  x  50  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, fitted  in  the  neatest  and  best  manner.  It  is 
literally  filled  with  a  large  and  varied  stock  of  dress 
goods,  hosiery,  ribbons,  underwear,  and  in  fact  every- 
thing that  could  possibl}^  be  interpreted  as  coming 
under  this  head. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  constantly  emploj^ed. 
Mr.  Wilson  is  a  well  and  favorably  known  resi- 
dent of  the  cit}',  taking  an  active  part  in  all  projects 
that  go  toward  its  betterment. 


Adams    &    Bro.,   General   Store,    504    Market 

Street. 

There  are  few  stores  in  the  city  that  are  better  or 
more  favorablj^  known  than  that  of  Messrs  Adams  & 
Bro. 

This  concern  was  originally  started  in  1866,  and 
has  since  been  under  the  same  management. 

The  store  is  about  20  feet  front,  with  a  depth  of 
120  feet,  and  is  literally  filled  with  an  endless  variety 
of  dry  goods,  notions,  toys,  stationery,  and  in  fact 
almost  everything  in  the  novelty  line.  Nine  capable 
assistants  are  employed. 


Delaware's   hidustries.  ii9» 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  J.  K.  and 
W.  B.  Adams.  Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of  Penn- 
S3'lvania,  but  have  been  residents  here  for  man\^  years. 
Mr.  J.  K.  Adams  was  a  member  of  Council  for  eight 
years,  and  is  an  active  member  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 
and  Odd  Fellows.  Both  have  been  prominent  in  any 
moves  that  have  been  made  toward  the  city's  wel- 
fare. 


Porter   &   Co.,   BookseivLErs,   etc.,  409  Market' 
Street. 

When,  in  1763,  Mr.  Peter  Brymber  started  a  small 
stationery  store,  who  would  have  thought  that  it 
would  have  lasted  for  more  than  a  centviry,  with- 
standing all  the  crucial  tests  of  the  Revolutionary 
War,  and  the  various  panics  that  occurred  in  conse- 
quence. 

The  business,  after  passing  through  various  hands, 
came  under  the  management  of  the  present  firm  some- 
years  ago.  The  store  now  occupied  is  about  20  feet 
front,  with  a  depth  of  117  feet  to  Shipley  street.  It 
has  been  remodeled  inside  and  fitted  in  the  best  man- 
ner. 

The  stock  carried  is  large  and  varied,  comprising 
books,  stationery,  fancy  goods  and  publications  of  all 
characters.  Since  the  rage  for  amateur  photography 
has  grown  up,  a  large  line  of  supplies  has  been  kept. 
Three  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed. 

Mr.  Porter  has  always  been  a  resident  of  the  city^ 


'i20  Delaivai'c  s    bidustries. 

J.  K.  Baylis,  Tiles,  Grates,   Mantels  and  Fire- 
place Decorations,  718  Market  Street. 

In  this  era  of  rage  for  decoration  and  adornment 
of  our  dwellings,  an  entirely'  new  line  of  business  has 
been  opened.  The  representative  establishment  of 
this  kind  in  the  city  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  K.  Baylis.  This 
gentleman  opened  here,  a  year  ago,  a  very  handsome 
establishment,  the  dimensions  of  which  are  25  x  70 
feet,  for  the  sale  of  fancy  wood  mantels  and  decorative 
brass  work.  Examples  of  all  the  most  beautiful  kinds 
■  of  work  are  shown,  and  open  fireplaces  and  low-down 
grates  are  made  a  specialty  of.  The  work  done  is 
equal  in  finish  and  design  to  any  in  the  country. 
Seven  skilled  workmen  are  employed. 

Mr.  Baylis  has  alwa3's  been  a  resident  of  the  city. 
He  formerly  was  manager  of  the  Opera  House  for  a 
period  of  fifteen  years.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Board 
of  Education,  and  is  prominent  in  the  Masonic  frater- 
nities. 


Wyatt  &  Co.,   Men's  Furnishings,   603   Market 
Street. 

The  average  3'oung  man  of  to-day  thinks  more 
about  his  collar  and  necktie  than  he  does  about  any- 
thing else.  Among  the  leading  men's  furnishers  in 
this  section  may  be  mentioned  Messrs.  Wyatt  &  Co. 
This  business  was  originally  opened  under  the  name 
of  Wyatt  &  Garrett,  who  were  succeeded,  about  ten 
years  ago,  by  the  present  firm. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  121 

The  store  is  about  20  x  40.  It  is  fitted  in  a  very 
neat  and  attractive  manner,  and  is  literally  filled  with 
stock,  comprising  all  the  new  and  leading  styles  of 
men's  furnishings,  from  the  best  makers  in  New  York 
and  London. 

Two  young  men  are  employed  as  salesmen. 

Mr.  Wyatt  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this 
State.  He  is  very  well  known,  both  here  and  with 
the  wholesale  trade  in  Philadelphia  and  New  York, 
standing  in  the  best  relations  with  the  manufacturer. 
He  is  an  active  member  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 


F.  C.  Searle,    Engraving    and  Jewelry,   615  j/^ 
Market  Street. 

Whenever  you  are  in  need  of  a  special  piece  of 
jewelry  or  a  special  kind  of  engraving,  it  will  repay 
yovL  to  call  on  Mr.  F.  C.  Searle.  This  gentleman  has 
been  established  here  for  the  past  eight  years. 

Two  rooms  are  occupied,  each  about  20  x  20  feet 
in  dimensions.  One  is  used  as  a  show  room,  while  the 
other  is  a  work  room. 

The  business  is  almost  entirely  special  pieces  of 
jewelry,  badges  and  medals  of  all  sorts.  Engraving 
•of  all  kinds  is  done  in  the  most  attractive  manner. 
Two  skillful  workmen  are  employed  at  all  times. 

Mr.  Searle  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania,  but  has 
been  an  esteemed  resident  of  the  cit}'-  for  so  long  that 
he  may  almost  be  called  a  native.  He  is  an  active 
and  prominent  member  of  the  Red  Men,  Knights  of 
the  Mystic  Chain  and  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 


122  Delaivare' s   hidustries. 

Crosby  &  Hill,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  605,  607 
AND  609  Marke;t  Stre;et. 

"  Largest  and  most  beautiful  in  the  city,"  should 
be  the  title  used  in  conjunction  with  the  well-known 
establishment  of  Messrs.  Crosby  &  Hill.  This  busi- 
ness was  established  about  twelve  years  ago,  under  the 
same  title  that  it  now  carries.  Since  the  inception, 
the  firm  has  met  with  the  most  flattering  success. 

The  store  now  occupied  is  about  50x117  feet  in 
dimensions.  It  is  fitted  in  the  most  attractive  style. 
Two  large  bulk  windows  are  among  the  many  attrac- 
tions, thus  giving  complete  space  to  display  the  new 
goods. 

The  stock  carried  is  one  of  the  largest  in  the 
state,  comprising  all  the  many  and  multitudinous  arti- 
cles that  would  come  under  the  following  heads:  Dress 
goods,  cottons,  hosiery,  underwear,  ladies'  suits,  coats, 
small  wares,  notions,  etc.,  it  being  all  arranged  in  the 
most  convenient  manner. 

Upholstery  goods  are  made  a  specialty  of,  being 
found  in  large  profusion. 

When  running  normally,  the  business  gives  em- 
ployment to  about  30  salespeople,  who  are  in  ever)'  way 
competent  to  fill*the  positions  they  hold. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  K.  Cros- 
by and  Jos.  Hill.  Both  gentlemen  have  long  been 
known  in  our  city,  as  being  business  men  of  the  first 
order. 

Mr.  Crosby  takes  an  active  interest  in  the  manage- 
ment of  the  Young  Men's  Christian  Association. 


Delaware's   Industries.  123 

William  M.   Pyle,  Dry  Goops  and  Notions,  411 

Market  Street. 

There  are  but  few  stores  in  the  city  that  bear  as 
enviable  a  reputation  as  that  of  Mr.  William  M.  Pyle. 
This  gentleman  started  business  in  1883,  in  a  much 
smaller  way.  The  present  quarters  were  taken  in 
1888.  The  store  is  about  20  x  117  feet  in  dimensions, 
fitted  admirabl}^  with  a  good  light.  Dry  goods, 
notions,  hosiery,  underwear  and  small  wares  are  kept. 
Cloaks,  suits,  parasols  and  umbrellas  are  among  the 
specialties  handled.     Six  salesladies  are  employed. 

Mr.  Pyle  has  been  a  resident  of  Wilmington  for 
the  past  thirt3^-seven  years.  He  was  chief  clerk  of  the 
city  post  oifice  for  eleven  years,  and  was  then  chosen 
for  the  postmastership,  which  he  held  for  eight  years 
and  six  months' 


George  Steinicken,    Cigars  and    Tobacco,    215 

Market  Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  nothing  more  subtle  than  that 
widely  known  weed,  tobacco.  Nothing  soothes  the 
average  man  so  quickly  or  so  well  as  a  good  cigar  or 
pipe.  Such  an  article  can  ahvaj'S  be  obtained  from 
Mr.  George  Steinicken.  This  genial  gentleman  opened 
business  here  nearly  a  quarter  of  a  century  ago,  but 
has  kept  abreast  of  the  times,  and  is  to-day  among  the 
best  known  tobacconists  in  this  section. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  14x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, newly  fitted  in  the  most  beautiful  manner. 
Cigars,  tobacco  and  smokers*  articles  of  all  kinds  can 
be  obtained  here. 


124  Delaware  s    Industries. 

Mr.  Steinicken  is  a  native  of  Germany,  but  has 
become,  through  long  residence,  one  of  our  most 
valued  citizens. 


Lena  P.  Steinicken,  Milunery,  217  Market  St. 

Among  the  many  branches  of  trade  that  now 
come  under  the  domain  of  the  female  sex,  none  is  more 
subject  to  them  than  millinery.  Among  the  few 
successful  ladies  in  this  branch  ma}"  be  mentioned 
Miss  Lena  P.  Steinicken.  This  lad}-  opened  business 
here  about  five  years  ago. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  14x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions. The  stock  carried  is  varied,  comprising  all  the 
newest  and  most  fashionable  styles  of  the  season.  All 
kinds  of  hats  and  bonnets  are  trimmed  to  order.  This 
branch  gives  employment  to  ten  skilled  assistants. 

Miss  Steinicken  has  become  widely  known  as 
being  connected  with  this  business. 


L.  F.  Adair,  Furniture  and  Bedding,  415  Mar- 
ket Street. 

The  furniture  trade  in  this  section  is  well  repre- 
sented in  the  business  of  Mr.  L-  F.  Adair. 

This  gentleman  first  started  in  i860,  and  after 
managing  it  successfully  ten  years,  gave  it  up  and 
went  West.  Coming  back  shortly  afterward,  he  em- 
barked a  second  time.  Thinking  he  could  do  better 
West,  he  retired  again  ;  but  returned  five  years  ago, 
when  he  opened  the  store  he  now  runs. 


Delaware's    industries.  125 

The  building  occupied  is  20  x  117  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, four  stories  high.  Four  rooms  outside  of  this 
building  are  employed  for  storage  purposes;  making, 
in  all,  about  19,000  square  feet  of  floor  surface.  Fur- 
niture, bedding,  baby  carriages  and  refrigerators,  of 
all  kinds  and  descriptions,  are  carried  in  stock. 

Five  capable  assistants  are  constantly  emplo3'ed, 
and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Adair  has  always  been  a  resident  of  this 
county,  except  during  his  absence  in  the  West.  He  is 
well  and  favorably  known  in  trade  circles  here  and 
wherever  he  deals. 


Trm^^^t^ 


Photographer,  617  Market  Street. 

"The  largest  and  best  known"  is  the  title  that 
should  be  given  to  the  establishment  of  Mr.  J.  Paul 
Brown . 

This  gentleman  has  been  engaged  in  this  line  for 
nearly  a  score  of  years.  He  opened  an  establishment 
of  his  own  about  13  years  ago.  From  the  inception, 
the  venture  has  been  an  assured  success. 

The  premises  include  a.  building  20  x  100,  all  of 
which  is  used  except  the  first  floor.  The  parlor  on 
the  second  floor  is  furnished  most  beautifully.     The 


126  Delaware's   Industries. 

operating  room,  in  the  rear,  is  about  i8  x  40  feet  in 
dimensions.  Every  appliance  that  can  be  brought 
to  bear  on  this  work  is  used.  A  very  good  light  is 
obtained  by  means  of  large  skylights. 

Six  capable  operatives  are  given  constant  employ- 
ment. Everything  in  the  line  is  done,  a  specialty 
being  made  of  groups  and  large  pictures. 

Mr.  Brov^n  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city,  and  has  alwa3^s  been  prominent  in  promoting  its 
interests. 


Ferris   GiIvKS,   Men's  Furnishings,  703   Market 
Street. 

There  are  but  few  establishments  in  the  city  that 
are  as  well  known  to  the  average  young  men  as  that 
of  Mr.  Ferris  Giles. 

This  gentleman  succeeded  Messrs.  Crippen  & 
Riggs  about  four  years  ago,  and  since  then  has  built 
up  one  of  the  best  trades  in  this  line. 

The  store  is  about  25  x  60  feet  in  dimensions. 
Although  not  being  the  oldest  establishment  in  the 
city,  he  is  acknowledged  the  leader  in  his  line. 

The  stock  comprises  all  kinds  of  men's  furnish- 
ings, including  house  jackets,  dress  vests,  canes,  um- 
brellas, pajamas  and  sporting  goods,  which  is  worthy 
of  mention,  as  few  stores  carry  them. 

In  sporting  goods,  all  the  newest  styles  can  be 
obtained  here.  The  agency  for  the  Barnes  I^aundry 
is  also  located  here.  In  addition,  he  keeps  a  line  of 
full  dress  suits  to  hire. 


Delaware's   hidustries.  127 

Three  efficient  assistants  are  employed. 

Mr.  Giles  has  always  been  a  resident  of  Wilming- 
ton. He  is  a  very  active  member  of  the  Y.  M.  C.  A., 
and  is  the  youngest  in  this  line  of  business  in  the  city 
of  Wilmington. 


George  D.  Cleland,  Boots  and  Shoes,  424  Market 
Street. 

By  all  odds  the  finest  store  in  this  city  devoting  its 
energies  to  the  sale  of  boots  and  shoes  is  that  of  Mr. 
George  D.  Cleland.  This  gentleman  opened  business 
here  some  time  ago,  and  from  the  inception  has  met 
with  every  possible  success. 

The  store  is  about  20x60  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  furnished  in  the  handsomest  manner,  with  two  large 
bulk  windows  in  the  front  for  the  displaj^  of  goods.  A 
very  choice  collection  of  fine  shoes  is  carried  for  gentle- 
men, ladies,  misses  and  children.  A  specialty  is  made 
of  fine  custom  work.  The  services  of  three  skilled 
operators  is  constantly  required. 

Mr.  Cleland  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  tor 
many  years,  and  having  had  many  years'  experience 
in  this  line,  is  fully  capable  of  supplying  the  demands 
of  the  most  fastidious. 


Joseph  Kern,  Jeweler,  707  Market  Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 

known  house  of  this  character  in  this  vicinity   than 

that  of  Mr.   Joseph   Kern.      This   gentleman   opened 

business  in  this  city  about  ten  years  ago,  and  after  six 


128 


Delaware' s    Imhistries. 


JOSEPH  KERN. 


Delaware's  Industries.  129 

years'  successful  business  in  the  smaller  store,  827^ 
Market  street,  the  presentandinorecommodious  quarters 
were  taken.  They  are  about  20x35  f^^t  in  dimensions, 
Tiandsomely  furnished.  Diamonds,  watches,  jewelry, 
silverware,  etc  ,  are  carried  in  profuse  variety.  A 
specialty  is  made  of  repairing  fine  watches  and  clocks. 
Mr.  Kern  is  a  native  of  Switzerland,  where  he 
learned  his  trade  as  a  watchmaker.  He  is  an  active 
and  prominent  member  of  the  Ancient  Order  of  United 
Workmen,  Order  of  Tonti  and  the  Masonic  fraternities 


Wm.  B.   Sharp  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,   Notions  and 
Carpets,  Fourth  and  Market  Streets. 

The  location  of  the  city  of  Wilmington  between 
two  large  cities,  one  would  think,  would  make  it  tribu- 
tar}'  to  them;  but,  judging  from  the  many  large  stores 
here,  it  has  not.  The  establishment  of  Messrs.  W.  B. 
Sharp  &  Co.  is  one  that  will  compare  most  favorably 
•with  those  of  any  of  the  cosmopolitan  cities. 

This  house  was  established  by  Mr.  Sharp  about 
twenty- five  years  ago,  and  has  been  identified  with  the 
dry  goods  trade  for  forty  3'ears  in  Wilmington.  The 
business  has,  by  his  energy  and  push,  grown  to  be  the 
largest  in  this  cit}'. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  four-story  brick 
building,  about  20x100  feet  in  area,  and  an  annex  for 
a  carpet  room,  45x60  feet  in  dimensions.  The  base- 
ment has  been  devoted  to  house  furnishing  goods, 
blankets  and  linens.  On  the  first  floor  may  be  found 
■dress  goods,  dry  goods,  silk,  notions,  etc.     The  second 


130  Delaware's  Industries. 

floor  contains  the  upholstery  goods  and  cloak  depart- 
ment, while  the  third  floor  is  for  oil  cloths  and  ingrain 
carpets,  while  in  the  annex  tapestry  carpets  of  the  finer 
qualities  are  kept.  The  fourth  floor  is  used  as  a  dupli- 
cate stock  room.  In  the  annex  may  be  found  all  the 
finer  grades  of  Wilton  and  Moquette  carpets  and  rugs, 
besides  tapestry  carpets  and  general  floor  goods. 

A  large  number  of  capable  salespeople  are  em- 
ployed, each  thoroughly  acquainted  with  the  goods  in 
their  respective  departments.  The  house  enjoys  the 
best  reputation,  both  here  and  in  New  York  and 
Philadelphia. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wm.  B. 
Sharp  and  W.  Harold  Smith.  They  are  both  very 
well-known  throughout  the  city,  and  are  highly  re- 
spected. 


Cranor  &  Company,  Dry  Goods,  etc.,  621  Market 
Street. 

There  are  but  few  stores  in  the  city  that  are  pos- 
sessed with  such  an  enviable  reputation  as  that  of 
Messrs.  Cranor  &  Company. 

This  business  was  opened  in  1884,  under  the  same 
title  that  it  now  bears.  The  store  is  about  20  feet  front, 
with  a  depth  of  117  feet.  Two  floors  are  used.  Eight 
salespeople  are  constantly  employed. 

The  stock  comprises  all  the  best  grades  of  dress 
goods,  hosiery, underwear  and  fancy  goods.  Ladies'and 
children's  coats  are  also  handled  extensively. 

Mr.  Cranor,  the  manager  of  this  house,  is  from 
Greensborough,  Md.,  but  has  been  a  resident  here  for 


Delaware's  Industries.  131 

some  years.  He  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and  well 
informed  business  man,  and  has  devoted  his  energies 
to  this  particular  line  of  business  from  boyhood. 


Mrs.  C.  Rossiter,  Gents'  Furnishings,  503  Market 
Street. 

There  are  but  few  stores  in  this  section  of  the  city 
that  are  better  or  more  favorably  known  than  that  of 
Mrs.  C.  Rossiter. 

The  business  here  was  opened  nearly  a  score  of 
years  ago,  by  the  lady's  husband,  and  after  his 
death  she  took  the  management. 

The  store  is  about  15x35  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  neatest  and  best  manner.  All  kinds  of  men's 
furnishings  are  kept.  Shirts  are  one  of  the  special- 
ties, these  being  made  to  order  in  the  best  manner. 

Mrs.  Rossiter  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years.  Her  store  is  exceedingly  popular  with 
the  young  men  of  the  city. 


Kennard    &   Co.,   Dry  Goods  and  Notions,    623 
Market  Street. 

Certainly  there  is  not  a  more  popular  or  well- 
thought-of  store  in  this  line  in  the  city  than  that 
of  Messrs.  Kennard  &  Co.  These  gentlemen  have 
been  in  business  in  this  city  for  many  years,  having- 
formerly  had  an  establishment  at  No.  74  Market 
street.  The  move  was  made  up  town  about  thirteen 
years  ago,   when  two  stores  were    occupied.     About 


?32  Delazvare' s  Industries. 

five  years  ago  the  old  firm  dissolved,  each  member 
taking  one  store. 

The  store  now  occupies  about  23x117  feet  in 
dimensions.  It  is  finished  in  the  nicest  manner.  The 
stock  carried  is  one  of  the  choicest  in  the  city,  com- 
prising the  finest  goods  of  every  line  kept.  A  special 
run  is  made  on  kid  gloves. 

Emplo3^ment  is  given  to  thirteen  capable  young 
ladies.  This  house  is  to  Wilmington  what  Messrs. 
Arnold,  Constable  &Co.  is  to  New  York,  and  Messrs. 
Darlington,  Runk  &  Co.   are  to  Philadelphia. 

Mr.  Kennard  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  since 
1846,  and  has  become  very  well-known.  He  is  on 
intimate  terms  with  all  the  large  importers  and  jobbers 
in  New  York  and  Philadelphia, 


Capelle  Hardware  Company,  212  Market  Street. 

There  is  scarcel}'  an  older  or  better  known  house 
in  the  city  than  the  Capelle  Hardware  Co.  This  busi- 
ness had  its  inception  under  the  name  of  Capelle  & 
Bro.,  in  1864.  These  gentlemen  managed  it  success- 
fully until  1 88 1,  when  it  was  incorporated. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  large  four-story 
building,  22x212  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is  furnished  in 
the  most  commodious  manner.  The  business  has  been 
divided  into  various  departments  and  has  been  so  well 
systematized  that  it  becomes  an  easy  matter  to  select 
goods. 

The  stock  carried  is  something  enormous  and 
would  require  a  book  as  big  as  a  Bible  to  enumerate  it 


Delaware  s   Industries.  13  j 

in,  comprising  builders'  hardware,  tools,  cutlery,  wire, 
etc. 

The  trade  is  wholesale  most  exclusively,  extend- 
ing all  over  the  peninsula. 

The  management  of  the  affairs  is  devolved  upon 
the  following  officers:  Mr.  A.  A.  Capelle,  Pres.;J. 
W.  Reybold,  Vice-Pres.;  W.  H.  Kenworthy,  Secretary 
and  Treasurer.  ' 

These  gentlemen  are  all  too  well-known  to  require 
any  comment  at  our  hands,  but  sufficient  to  say  that 
they  form  one  of  the  most  estimable  triumvirates  of 
eminently  successful  business  men. 


C.  F.  Thomas  &  Co.,  Wholesale  and  Retaii, 
Booksellers,  Stationers  and  Printers,  421 
Market  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  an  older  or  better  known  estab- 
lishment in  this  city  than  that  now  conducted  by 
Messrs.  C.  F.  Thomas  &  Co.  • 

The  business  here  was  originally  established 
nearly  a  century  ago,  and  has  passed  through  a  direct 
line  of  succession  until  the  present  date,  having  with- 
stood successfully  many  financial  panics. 

The  present  firm  are  the  direct  successors  of  Joshua 
T.  Heald.  The  firm  occupy  a  building  about  20x117 
feet  in  dimensions,  four  floors  in  height.  The  first 
floor  is  used  as  a  store  and  show  room.  The  second 
floor  is  an  art  parlor  for  holiday  goods,  while  the  upper 
rooms  are  used  for  manufacturing  purposes. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  all 
the  standard  as  well  as  new  and    attractive  books,  and 


134  Delaware  s  Industries. 

in  fact  everything  that  can  possibly  come  under  the 
various  heads  of  their  business.  They  are  the  agents 
for  the  celebrated  Rogers  statuary,  that  has  been  on 
the  market  for  many  years. 

Mr.  Thomas  is  exceedingly  well  known  in  this 
line  of  trade,  having  had  a  large  and  varied  ex- 
perience. 


Charles    Warner   Company,     Foot   of   Market 
Street. 

Closely  allied  to  the  development  of  the  city  may 
be  found  the  history  of  such  a  concern  as  the  Charles 
Warner  Co.  This  enormous  enterprise  had  its 
inception  about  1780  under  the  name  of  Fountain  & 
Dickson,  who  were  succeeded  a  few  years  after  by 
Messrs.  Wm.  and  John  Warner,  who  in  turn  sold  out 
to  Charles  Wamer  in  1835. 

This  gentleman  managed  the  business  until  i860, 
-when  it  became  Charles  Warner  &  Co.,  Mr.  E.  Tat- 
Tiall  Warner,  his  nephew,  being  taken  into  the  firm. 
The  firm  continued  thus  until  1880,  when  it  was  incor- 
porated under  the  present  title. 

Originally  the  business  was  comparatively  small, 
but  a  gradual  growth  has  been  going  on  for  a  century, 
until  now  it  has  absorbed  nearly  all  branches  of 
kindred  trade. 

The  premises  now  occupied  are  on  both  sides  of  the 
■Christiana  creek,  about  250  feet  fronton  each  side.  The 
north  side  is  used  for  wharfage  by  the  transportation 
steamers  and  the   ofiicers  of  the   company.     On  the 


Delaware  s    hidustries.  135 

south  side  are  the  lime,  cement,  coal  and  sand  storage 
yards.  It  is  uncertain  at  what  time  the  first  regular  tran- 
sportation boat  was  placed  on  the  river,  but  the  firm 
have  in  their  possession  a  manifest  dated  1796.  In 
18 1 6  the  Vesta  was  placed  on  the  river  as  a  passenger 
boat,  the  first  of  the  kind. 

The  operations  of  the  company  are  most  extensive, 
consisting  of  coal  and  building  material,  the  Philadel- 
phia and  Wilmington  daily  steam  freight  line  and  a 
line  of  steamers  from  Elizabeth  Cit}'  to  Newberne,  N.  C. 

Throughout  every  department  the  work  is  thor- 
oughly systematized,  and  the  best  possible  results 
reached  with  the  least  labor. 

In  every  case  the  firm  have  been  leaders,  not  fol- 
lowers. They  were  the  first  to  place  a  propeller  on  the 
route  between  Philadelphia  and  Wilmington,  the  "E. 
I.  DuPont,"  in  1846.  First  to  place  a  freight  steamer 
between  here  and  New  York,  the  "West  Chester,"  in 
1866.  First  to  establish  the  system  of  express  delivery 
in  connection  with  their  freight  line,  in  1865.  The 
first  to  introduce  the  type  writer  to  office  work  in 
Wilmington,  in  1878.  First  to  establish  a  system  of 
telephone  exchange  in  the  city,   in  1878. 

And  so  on  throughout  their  entire  career,  they 
have  been  "first,  last  and  always,  ahead  of  com- 
petitors." 

The  management  is  now  devolved  upon  the  follow- 
ing officers:  Mr.  E.  Tatnall  Warner,  Pres.;  A.  D. 
Warner,  Vice-President  and  Treas.;  Charles  C,  Bye, 
Secretary. 

Mr.  Charles  Warner,  the  former  head,  has  retired 
in  favor  of  the  younger  generation,    though    he  still 


136  Delaware' s  Industries. 

takes  an  active  interest  in  all  things  tending  toward 
the  city's  benefit.  He  is  a  director  of  the  Bank  of 
Delaware. 

Mr.  A.  D.  Warner,  the  Treasurer,  is  a  director  of 
the  Bank  of  Wilmington  and  Brandy  wine. 

Mr.  Edward  Andrews,  the  former  Secretary,  now 
has  entire  charge  of  the  Southern  Transportation 
Line. 


W.  H.  Babcock,  Boots,  Shoes  and  Rubbers,   206' 
Market  Street,  East  Side,  above  Second. 

The  demand  for  custom-made  shoes  has  been 
growing  less  and  less  for  some  time  past,  as  the  shoe 
manufacturers  reach  a  better  class  of  product.  Among 
the'best  known  houses  of  this  character  in  this  vicinity 
may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  W.  H.  Babcock.  This- 
business  was  originally  established  by  the  father  of  the 
present  proprietor  about  twenty-five  years  ago,  and  in 
1884  he  died,  and  his  son  then  purchased  the  business 
and  has  since  then  managed  it  most  successfully. 
Custom  work  of  all  kinds  is  done.  Particular  attention 
is  paid  to  careful  repairing.  Two  skilled  workmen > 
one  salesman  and  two  salesladies  are  constantly  en- 
gaged. 

Mr.  Babcock  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  but  has 
been  here  almost  long  enough  to  be  called  a  Dela- 
warean.  His  place  is  called  the  " Kami  1}^  Shoe  House." 
His  trade  in  boys'  and  children's  shoes,  without  Oi 
doubt,  is  the  largest  in  the  state. 


\V.  H.  Babcock,  Boots  and  Shoes. 


Delaware' s    Industries.  137 

Johnson   &  Barnhill,   Furniture    Deai^ers   and. 

Undertakers,  207  Market  Street. 

Among  the  representative  houses  in  this  line,  in 
this  section,  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  Johnson 
&  Barnhill.  This  business  was  established  about  nine 
years  ago,  under  the  same  title  that  it  now  carries. 
The  building  occupied  has  a  frontage  on  Market  Street 
of  25  feet,  and  a  depth  to  Shipley  Street  of  117  feet. 
It  is  three  stories  high,  the  upper  floors  being  used  as 
workrooms.  Furniture  of  all  kinds  is  to  be  found 
here,  all  the  newest  designs  in  single  pieces  being 
kept.  A  special  department  is  made  of  the  undertak- 
ers' supplies.  A  large  business  in  this  line  is  done. 
Three  skilled  workmen  are  constantly  employed. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  I^.  Harry  John- 
son and  George  T.  Barnhill.  Both  gentlemen  are 
residents  of  the  city.  Mr.  Barnhill  was  formerly 
coroner  ;  he  now  holds  the  deputyship. 


H.  K.  Watson,  drugs,  803  Market  st. 

Hamburger  Shoe  House,  209  Market  st. 

R.  W.  Wolters,  clothing,  2d  and  Market  sts. 

Domestic  Sewing  Machine  Co.,  814  Market  st. 

John  Mealey,  liquors,  205  Market  st. 

Weil  &  Ringwalt,  saddlery,  200  Market  st. 

E.  S.  R.  Butler  &  Son,  books,  420  Market  st. 
Daniel  McCloskey,  hats,  408  Market  st. 

S.  Hochheimer,  varieties,  118  Market  st. 

P.  Plunkett  &  Co.,  wines  and  liquors,  r 08  Market  st. 

F.  J.  McIyOughlin,  medicines,  402  Market  st. 


138  Delaware' s    Industries. 

George  W.  Dorse}',  hardware,  19th  and  Market  sts. 
C.  W.  Stigers,  coal  and  wood,  130  Market  st. 
J.  T.  Montgomery,  jeweler,  2003  Market  st. 

E.  H.  Rumford  &Bro.,  liats,  404  Market  st. 

T.  Y.  Missener  &  Co..  dry  goods,  306  Market  st. 

F.  Weil,  Jr.,  men's  furnishings,  227  Market  st. 
F.  E.  Janvier,  boots  and  shoes,  231  Market  st. 
Mrs.  C.  E  JefFeris,  millinery,  509  Market  st. 
W.  J.  Hemphill,  grocer,  1915  Market  street. 
John  J.  Gallagher,  drugs,  1503  Market  st 
Hamburgers'  Clothing,  220  Market  st. 

J.  T.  Dickey,  clothing,  226  Market  st. 
Philadelphia  Suit  Store,  121  Market  st. 
Max  Ephriam  &  Co.,  clothing,  316  Market  st. 
I.  A,  Righter,  cigars,  827  Market  st. 
J.  C.  Finn  &  Son,  decorations,  610  Market  st. 
Joseph  Christ5^  cigars,  6th  and  Market  sts. 
Singer  Manufacturing  Co.,  510  Market  st. 
Wilmington  Shoe  Store,  917  Market  st. 
Thomas  Condon,  shoes,  905  Market  st. 
John  S.  McCall,  tailor,  1017  Market  st. 
M.  Schlager,  shoes,  223  Market  st. 
Rushworth's  Gallery,  615^  Market  st. 
H.  Mahaflfy,  jeweler,  229  Market  st. 
J.  S.  Beetem,  drugs,  7th  and  Market  sts. 
B.  S.  Clark,  jeweler,  407  Market  st. 
Pennock  &  Foreman,  clothing,  5th  and  Market  sts. 
'G.  Barrett,  confectionery,  927  Market  st. 
S.  H.  Staata,  trimmings,  405  Market  st. 
A.  F.  Boorat,  dyeing,  716  Market  st. 
Preston  Bros.,  barbers,  728  Market  st. 
Connolly  &  Welles,  tailors,  704  Market  st. 


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Liverpool  &  London  Tailors,  521  Market  st. 

W.  H.  Morris,  grocer,  7th  and  Market  sts. 

D.  P.  Smyth,  jeweler,  311  Market  st. 

I.  W.  Gibney,  tailor,  315  Market  st. 

J.  C.  Johnson  &  Son,  house  furnishings,  225  Market  st. 

Burns  &Monaghan,  shoes,  419  Market  st. 

Josh.  Conner,  harness,  237  Market  st. 

H.  Levi,  clothing,  310  Market  st. 

George  W.  Jackson,  variety,  805  Market  st. 

G.  H.  Ash,  tailor,  705  Market  st. 

K.  Sondheimer,  clothing,  3d  and  Market  sts 

Condon  <fe  McCarthy,  boots,  120  Market  st. 

H.  Fayter,  shoes,  208  Market  st. 

John  Davis,  tailor,  124  Market  st. 

George  Staib,  baker,  314  Market  st. 

J.  P.  Allmond,  grocer,  8th  and  Market  sts. 

A.  Harris  &  Co.,  clothing,  218  Market  st. 

T.  J.  White,  confectionery,  706  Market  st. 

J.  R.  Hudson  &  Co.,  supplies,  Front  and  Market  sts. 

Justis&  Davidson,  clothing,  213  Market  st. 

Flinn  Bros.,  men's  goods,  307  Market  st. 

M.  L.  Lippincott,  dry  goods,  812  Market  st. 

Mitchell  &  Bush,  millinery,  219  Market  st. 

S.  Fulheimer,  cigars,  308  Market  st. 

G.  W.  Goodley,  wall  papers,  511  Market  st. 


140  Delaware's   Industries. 


Chapter    III. 


J.  A.  Cranston   Company,    FertiIvIzers,    109  King 
Street.     Factory,  Newport,  Delaware. 

There  is,  perhaps, nothing  of  more  vital  necessity  to 
the  farmer  than  the  production  of  fertilizing  mater- 
ials. The  trade  in  this  section  of  the  country  is  well 
represented  in  the  firm  of  J.  A.  Cranston    Company. 

The  business  was  started  ten  years  ago,  under  the 
name  of  J.  A.  Cranston  &  Company,  and  it  was  in- 
corporated in  January,  1883. 

The  plant  covers  an  area  of  about  five  acres  at 
Newport.  A  number  of  buildings  have  been  erected, 
each  especially  suited  for  their  purpose.  All  the  best 
and  most  applicable  machinery  is  now  used  in  the 
plant.  The  business  requires  the  employment  of  about 
twenty  skilled  operatives. 

The  maufactures  consist  of  pure  ground  bone,  W. 
B.  raw  bone,  super  phosphate,  horse  shoe  soluble  bone, 
Pennsylvania  super  phosphate  and  all  kinds  of  fertiliz- 
ing materials. 

The  product  is  made  from  the  very  best  raw  ma- 
terial, bones  being  obtained  from  the  slaughter  houses 
in  this  neighborhood,  while  the  rock  comes  from 
South  Carolina. 


Delaware  s   Industries.  141 

The  officers  are:  J.  A.  Cranston,  president;  J.  E. 
Whann,  secretary  and  treasurer;  S.  N.  Johnson,  super- 
intendent. These  gentlemen  are  very  well  known  in 
connection  with  this  line  of  trade,  and  form  one  of  the 
most  estimable  triumvirates  of  successful  men  in  this 
line  that  would  be  possible. 


Edward   Melchoir,  Guns   and  Sporting   Goods, 
214  King  Street. 

During  certain  seasons  of  the  year  there  are  but 
few  places  that  have  better  gunning  than  this  city. 
There  is  scarcely  a  better  known  house  in  the  city, 
dealing  in  this  kind  of  stuff,  than  that  of  Mr.  Edward 
Melchoir. 

This  house  was  originally  established  by  Mr. 
Hertwig,  in  1857,  and,  after  passing  through  various 
hands,  came  under  the  management  of  the  present 
proprietor  in  1882. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  16x35  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  fitted  in  the  most  suitable  manner.  A 
workshop  is  in  the  rear.  Guns  and  fishing  tackle  of 
all  descriptions  are  handled.  A  specialty  is  made  of 
repairing  and  loading  cartridges  to  order.  Base  ball, 
cricket  and  tennis  goods  are  also  kept,  and,  in  fact, 
anything  pertaining  to  sports.  Four  capable  men  are 
employed  in  the  various  branches  of  the  business. 

Mr.  Melchoir  is  a  native  of  Baltimorer*and  came 
here  when  he  took  the  store.  He  is  an  active  member 
of  the  Odd  Fellows  and  other  organizations  of  the 
same  character. 


142  Delaware' s   hidustries. 

John  A.  Cranston  Lumber  Company,  Wholesale 
Lumber,  109  King  Street,  and  South  Side 
Market  Street  Bridge. 

The  lumber  interests  of  Wilmington  have  grown 
to  very  large  proportions  during  the  past  decade. 
Among  the  most  prominent  and  perhaps  the  best 
known  wholesale  lumber  firm  in  the  city  is  the  John  A. 
Cranston  Lumber  Company.  This  firm  are  the  suc- 
cessors of  Messrs.  Cranston,  Newbold  &  Company,  who 
retired  about  two  years  ago. 

The  trade  operated  by  this  concern  is  exclusively 
wholesale,  stuff  being  handled  in  bulk  and  car  lots. 

The  yard  covers  an  area  of  about  200x380  feet, 
with  a  frontage  on  the  river.  All  transportation  is 
brought  into  use.  About  fifteen  men  are  employed  in 
the  yard. 

Mr.  Cranston,  the  proprietor,  is  very  well  known 
in  this  line  of  trade.  He  is  also  connected  with  the 
fertilizing  business.  He  is  a  very  prominent  resident 
of  Newport,  Delaware. 


E.  B.   Riley,  Notions  and  Trimmings,  228  King 
Street. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  estab- 
ments  of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  may  be  men- 
tioned that  of  E.  B.  Riley. 

This  business  has  been  established  for  the  past 
twenty-five  years.  Five  years  ago  the  present  large 
and  commodious  store  was  taken.  It  is  about  20x100 
feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  in  the  nicest  manner. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  143, 

Notions,  hosiery  and  trimmings  of  all  kinds  and 
descriptions  are  kept.  A  specialty  is  made  of  em- 
broidery materials,  work  being  done  to  order.  The 
employment  of  eight  capable  people  is  constantly 
required. 

Mr.  Riley  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city 
and  is  extremely   well  known. 


Mrs.  R.  S.  Kirby,  Millinery,  200  King  St. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  or  more  favorably  known 
establishment  of  this  character  in  this  section  than  that 
of  Mrs.  R.  S.  Kirby.  This  estimable  lady  opened 
business  here  about  seventeen  years  ago,  and  has 
always  maintained  a  high  standard,  always  keeping  the 
best  goods  and  the  most  attractive  styles.  All  kinds 
of  hats  and  bonnets  are  trimmed  to  order,  in  a  manner 
fully  equaling  that  of  the  larger  cities. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  furnished  in  a  most  attractive  style. 
Several  skilled  young  ladies  are  constantly  required. 

Mrs.  Kirby  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city,, 
and  is  very  well-known  here,  as  well  as  in  the  large 
cities  where  she  purchases  her  stock. 


Miss  C.  Quimbey,  Millinery,  208  King  St. 

The  millinery  trade  of  this  section  received  a 
strong  exponent  this  spring  in  the  personage  of  Miss 
C.  Quimbey.  This  estimable  young  lady  succeeded 
Mrs.  Forman  in  March  of  the  current  year,  and  thus 
far  she  has  been  rewarded  with  every  success. 


144  Delaware's    Industries. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  workroom  in  the  rear.  Here  may  be  found  a  very- 
choice  selection  of  all  the  latest  novelties  from  the 
great  centres  of  fashion,  New  York  and  Paris.  Bon- 
nets and  hats  of  all  kinds  are  trimmed  to  order  in  the 
most  beautiful  manner.  The  services  of  several  deft- 
fingered  young  ladies  are  constantly  required. 

Miss  Quimbey  has  been  a  well-known  resident  of 
this  city  for  many  years. 


Miss  M.  T.  Murphy,  Fine  Millinery,  222  King  St. 

Although  established  but  recently  (September  8th, 
1890),  this  lad5^  by  dint  of  experience  and  a  high  ideal 
of  this  artistic  pursuit,  together  with  the  finest  stock  of 
goods  in  this  city,  has  succeeded  in  winning  well- 
merited  success. 

The  salesroom  is  12x28  feet  in  dimensions,  hand- 
somely arranged  with  a  heav}'  stock  of  fine  millinery 
goods,  hats,  bonnets,  feathers,  flowers,  ribbons,  birds, 
beads  and  a  general  line  of  this  class  of  goods. 

Miss  Murphy  has  spent  six  years  as  a  practical 
milliner.  This,  with  a  natural  ability  in  this  direction, 
has  placed  heron  a  supreme  basis  of  merit,  and  is  thus 
-qualified  to  pursue  this  avocation. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  trimming  and  retrimming 
hats  and  bonnets  in  the  latest  metropolitan  styles,  and 
to  successfully  conduct  this  business  four  competent 
assistants  are  sometimes  employed  to  fulfill  orders.  A 
special  feature  is  made  in  mourning  goods,  and  no  lack 
of  attention  is  paid  to  the  demands  of  a  select  pat- 
ronage. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  145 

Born  in  Wilmington,  Miss  M.  T.  Murphy  is  well 
and  favorably  known  in  trade  as  well  as  social  circles, 
and  commands  the  attention  and  respect  of  the  com- 
munity for  originality  of  effort  and  her  enterprising 
"executive  ability. 


Mrs.  Alice  W.  Hayes,  Millinery,  204  King  St. 

There  are  but  very  few  cities  that  have  a  better 
collection  of  stores  of  this  character  than  Wilmington. 
Among  the  best  known  in  this  section  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  Mrs.  Alice  W.  Hayes.  This  estimable  lady 
opened  business  about  eight  years  ago,  and  last  March 
took  the  store  she  now  occupies.  It  is  small,  being 
about  15x20  feet  in  dimensions,  but  it  is  neatly  furn- 
ished and  has  a  workroom  in  the  rear. 

A  very  choice  stock  is  carried,  being  selected  with 
great  care  from  the  largest  houses  in  New  York  and 
Philadelphia.  All  kinds  of  bonnets  and  hats  are  made. 
A  specialty  is  made  of  trimming  them  to  order.  The 
services  of  four  skillful  young  ladies  is  required  during 
the  season. 

Mrs.  Hayes  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city,  and  is 
well-known,  socially  as  well  as  in  a  business  way. 


Mrs.  M.  J.  Dougherty,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions, 
232  King  St. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  stores 
of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  may  be  mentioned  that 
of  Mrs.  M.  J.  Dougherty.     This  estimable  lady  opened 


146  Delaware' s   Industries. 

business  here  about  ten  j'-ears  ago,  and  has  been  repaid 
with  every  possible  success. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  handsome  store^ 
about  15x35  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is  nicely  furnished. 
A  general  stock  is  carried,  comprising  dry  goods, 
notions,  hosiery,  underwear,  fancy  goods  and  small 
wares.  Three  efficient  salespeople  are  constantly  em- 
ployed. 

Mrs.  Dougherty  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city 
for  many  years.  She  is  very  well-known,  socially  as 
well  as  commercially. 


Wm.  E.  Frank,  Grocer,  509  King  St. 

Possibly  there  is  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  store  of  this  kind  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of 
Mr.  Wm.  E.  Frank. 

This  business  was  originally  established  in  1873 
by  Mr.  I.  H.  Frank.  Shortly  after  his  son,  the  present 
proprietor,  was  taken  in  the  firm,  and  in  1887  Mr. 
Frank,  Sr.,  retired  from  business,  and  the  name  was 
changed  to  the  one  it  now  bears. 

The  store  is  about  30x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  literall}'  filled  with  a  large  and  varied  stock  of  all 
kinds  of  groceries  and  provisions,  teas,  cofifees,  spices, 
table  delicacies,  canned  and  bottled  goods,  etc.  The 
business  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail.  Seven  efficient 
people  are  employed,  and  two  teams  are  kept  busy  de- 
livering orders  all  over  this  section. 

Mr.  Frank  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  since 
1873.     He  is  well-known,  socially  and  commercially. 


Delaware' s  Indiistries.  i^y 

Maury  James,  Hardware,  316  King  Street. 

It  is  truly  remarkable  how  well  known  a  store 
can  become  in  a  short  time.  I^ast  September,  Mr.  M. 
James  opened  here,  and  already  his  establishment  has 
become  known  to  a  great  number  of  people. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  20x35  f*2et  in  dimen- 
sions, and  fitted  in  the  most  commodious  manner  for 
the  placing  of  the  many  multitudinous  articles  in  the 
hardware  stock.  Cutlery,  hardware  and  house  fur- 
nishing goods  of  all  kinds  are  kept.  The  services  of 
two  young  men  are  constantly  required. 

Mr.  James  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  since' 
1852,  and  has  been  identified  with  the  hardware  trade 
since  1867,  and  has  proven  himself  a  public-spirited 
citizen. 


Taylor    &    Fullertox,     Druggists,    302     King 
Street, 

There  is  certainly  not  a  more  popular  store  of 
this  kind  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Messrs.  Taylor 
&  Fullerton. 

These  gentlemen  originally  established  business 
here  about  fourteen  years  ago,  and  have  met  with 
every  possible  success. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  18x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  fitted  in  the  most  approved  manner.  A 
handsome  soda  fountain  of  new  design  is  kept  running. 
A  special  feature  is  the  laborator)-.  This  department 
is  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietors 
themselves.      Chemists    of  experience  and   registered 


148  Delaware' s   Industries. 

pharmacists,  they  are  in  every  way  qualified  to  pursue 
this  critical  calling,  and  command  the  confidence  of 
the  community  for  accuracy. 

The  stock  carried  consists  of  a  full  line  of  drugs, 
patent  medicines,  etc.  Several  well  known  specialties 
are  put  up,  notably  their  "Bitter  Wine  of  Iron"  and 
"Calisaya  Bark."  Both  of  these  have  achieved  a 
widespread  reputation. 

Their  rheumatism  mixture  is  also  having  a  large 
sale.  This  remedy  is  not  intended  for  any  disease,  but 
an  honest  rheumatic  cure.  Testimonials  from  a  large 
number  of  persons  who  have  been  benefited  by  it  can 
be  seen  at  their  store. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wilmer  C. 
Taylor  and  Henry  Fullerton,  both  capable  men  and 
fully  acquainted  with  all  the  many  details  in  this  busi- 
ness, and  now  command  the  esteem  of  trade  as  well 
as  professional  circles. 


J.    W.  Godwin  &  Company,  Produce  Commission 

Merchants,  305  King  Street. 

The  city  of  Wilmington  has  always  been  remark- 
able for  its  markets  and  provision  dealers.  Among 
the  greatest  promoters  of  this  line  of  business  may  be 
mentioned  Messrs.  J.  W.  Godwin  &  Company. 

This  house  was  established  in  1885, and  has,  since 
the  opening,  been  one  of  the  most  prominent  houses 
in  their  line,  commanding  an  influential  position  in 
the  produce  and  fruit  commission  trade. 

The  store  is  some  20x40  feet  in  dimension.  Pro- 
duce and  fruits  of  all  kinds  are  handled  and  sold  to  the 


Delaware  s   Industries.  149 

trade  all  over  the  cit)-  ami  surrounding  territor}-.  Three 
capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed  to  prosecute 
the  aflfairs  of  the  house,  and  no  means  are  spared  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  consumer 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  J.  W.  and 
G.  W.  Godwin.  These  gentlemen  have  had  much  ex- 
perience in  this  line  of  trade,  and  command  the  confi- 
dence of  the  patron  for  their  upright  business  methods. 
They  are  natives  of  Virginia. 

The  former  is  an  active  member  of  the  Masonic 
fraternities,  and  both  are  as  well  known  in  the  social 
as  in  the  business  world. 


Mrs.   E.  M.  Goldberg,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions, 

415  King  Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  store,  in  this  line,  in  this  vicinity,  than  that  of 
Mrs.  E.  M.  Goldberg.  This  estimable  lady  estab- 
lished business  here  about  four  j-ears  ago,  and  has  met 
with  much  success  thus  far. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions, 
fitted  in  the  nicest  and  best  manner. 

The  .stock  carried  is  very  large  and  varied,  com- 
prising all  kinds  of  dry  goods,  underwear,  hosiery, 
notions,  and  fancy  goods.  The  services  of  four 
capable  and  efficient  young  ladies  are  required  in  the 
execution  of  business. 

Mrs.  Goldberg  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years.  She  is  well-known  here,  and  with  the 
trade  in  Philadelphia  and  New  York  is  regarded  as  a 
reliable  dealer. 


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Delaware  s   Industries. 


C.  S.  MiDDLETON,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Grocer, 

Fourth  and  King  Streets. 

Being  immediately  in  the  market  centre  of  the 
city,  the  store  of  Mr.  C.  S.  Middleton  has  become  very 
well  known  to  all  those  coming  to  this  portion  of  the 
city. 

Mr.  Middleton  established  business  at  Second  and 
Market  streets  originally,  and  about  15  years  ago  the 
move  was  made  to  the  premises  now  occupied. 


The  premises  stand  on  a  plot  50  feet  square,  and 
the  entire  structure,  four  stories  in  height,  is  occupied 
for  business  purposes. 

A  very  large  stock  of  fine  groceries  is  carried. 
All  kinds  of  nuts,  raisins,  fruits  and  canned  goods  are 
sold,  and,  in  fact,  everything  that  can  come  under  the 
liead  of  fancv  groceries.     The  trade  is  both  wholesale 


Delaware  s    Industries .  151 

and  retail,  extending  throughout  the  city  and  vicinity 

Mr.  Middleton  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has 

been  an  esteemed  resident  of  this  city  for  many  years. 


Janney   &    Company,    Commission    Produce,    303 
King  Street. 

Among  the  oldest  and  most  favorably  known 
houses  of  this  character,  in  this  section  of  the  city, 
may  be  mentioned  the  firm  of  Messrs.  Janney  &  Com- 
pany. This  business  had  its  inception  fourteen  years 
ago. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions.  Pro- 
duce and  fruits  of  all  kinds  are  handled  during  their 
respective  seasons.  Four  capable  assistants  are  con- 
stantly employed,  and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Janney  is  a  Marylander  by  birth,  but  has  beeu 
a  respected  and  esteemed  resident  of  the  city  for  the 
past  score  of  years. 


Dr.  J.  SIMMS  &  Son,  Drugs  and  Patent  Medicines, 

Fourth  and  King  Streets. 
There  is  not  a  better  known  store  in  the  city  for  the 
sale  of  patent  medicines  than  that  of  Dr.  Simms  &  Son. 
The  business  was  originally  established  in  1841  by  Dr. 
J.  Simms.  In  1854  his  son  entered  the  business.  In 
1863  his  son  became  the  present  owner. 

The  building  is  about  22x90  feet  in  dimensions. 
In  addition  to  tlie  regular  drug  business,  a  number  of 
prescriptions  are  put  up.  Among  the  principal  may 
be  mentioned  the  following: 


152  Delaware' s  Industries. 

"Pain  Searcher,"  "Eye Cure,"  "White  Pulmonic 
Balsam,"  "Blood  Purifier,"  "Vegetable  Uver  Pills, "^ 
"Worm  Killer,"  and  others.  The  virtues  of  these 
remedies  are  too  well-known  to  require  elucidation 
here. 

Dr.  Simms  is  a  graduate  of  the  Eclectic  Medical 
College,  of  Pennsylvania  (now  out  of  existence),  and 
also  a  member  of  the  Delaware  Pharmaceutical  Asso- 
ciation. He  has  a  large  office  practice  in  conjunction 
with  his  store,  and  has  succeeded  in  winning  the 
esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  professional  or  busi- 
ness relations. 

A  native  of  Pennsylvania,  Dr.  Simms  has  lived 
here  many  j^ears.  He  is  a  prominent  member  of  the 
Masonic  fraternit3%  having  passed  the  thirt5^-second 
degree,  and  a  member  of  the  Grand  Council.  He  is 
respected  by  all  who  know  him  for  his  social  worth 
in  this  community. 


J.  &  J.  N.  Harman,  Furniture,  410  King  Street. 

The  furniture  trade  is  well  represented  in  this 
section  in  the  well  and  favorably  known  house  of 
Messrs.  J.  &  J.  N.  Harraan.  This  business  was 
started  in  1843,  under  the  same  name  that  it  now 
carries,  and  from  its  first  inception  has  proved  a  valu- 
able factor  to  Wilmington's  business  houses. 

The    building    is    30x130     feet    in    dimensions, 

four  floors  being  in  use.     The  first,   s^-'cond  and  third 

floors  are  showrooms,  while  the  upper  floors  and  the 

basement  are  used  for  manufacturing  rooms  and  the 

storage  of  duplicate  stock. 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


153- 


The  building  is  equipped  with  all  the  facilities  for 
the  conduct  of  such  a  business.  Furniture  of  all 
kinds  is  handled,  for  parlor,  dining-room,  office  and 
kitchen.  Upholstery  and  bedding  are  also  sold  ex- 
tensivelv.      and     hotels    and    other  institutions     are 


completely  fitted  out  with  household  requisites. 
Special  orders  in  any  line  are  attended  to  in  the  best 
manner. 

From  fifteen  to  twenty  capable  men  are  employed 
in  the  business. 

The  head  of  this  firm  is  a  practical  man  in  this 
line  of  upwards  of  forty  years,  and  carries  the  largest 
stock  of  furniture  in  the  State  of  Delaware.     Among 


154  Delaware's    Industries. 

the  trade  conveniences  used  is  telephone  No.  376,  and 
no  means  are  spared  to  further  the  interests  of  the 
patron. 

Mr.  J.  N.  Harman  is  the  surviving  member  of  the 
firm.  His  father,  Jacob  Harman,  passed  to  a  higher 
life  eight  years  ago,  and  the  old  style  and  title  was  re- 
tained. Mr.  Harman  commands  the  respect  and  con- 
fidence of  the  community. 


Mrs.  M.  Dillin,  Notions  and  Trimmings,  409  King 
Street. 

Among  the  best  known  stores  of  this  character,  in 
this  immediate  vicinity,  maj^  be  mentioned  that  of 
Mrs.  M.  Dillin.  This  lady  established  business  here 
about  two  years  ago. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  nicest  and  best  manner. 

Fancy  goods,  notions,  trimmings,  hosiery,  etc.,  of 
all  kinds  can  be  obtained  here. 

Mrs.  Dillin  is  a  native  of  the  city.  She  is  well- 
known  socially,  as  well  as  in  a  commercial  way. 


J.  R.  E.  Montgomery,  Boots  and  Shoes,  505  King 

Street. 

The  shoe  and  leather  trade  is  well  and  ably  rep- 
resented in  this  section  of  the  city  by  Mr.  J.  R.  E. 
Montgomer5\  This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman 
established  business  about  eighteen  years  ago,  and  has 
since  been  one  of  the  few  to  be  called  successful. 


Delaware's   Industries.  155 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  nicest  manner  with  all  the  trade  conveniences 
that  a  first  class  store  can  command. 

Boots  and  shoes  of  all  kinds  are  kept,  from  the 
most  substantial  to  the  finest  dress  shoe.  Custom 
work  and  repairing  is  also  done  in  the  best  manner, 
and  no  means  left  undone  to  further  the  interests  of 
patrons. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  employed  to  facilitate 
the  work  of  the  establishment. 

Mr.  Montgomery  has  resided  in  this  section  of  the 
country  for  the  past  thirty-five  years.  He  is  an  active 
and  prominent  member  of  Po.st  i,  G.  A.  R.,  having 
l)een  in  the  Fifth  Delaware  Regiment,  in  which  he 
reached  the  position  of  Sergeant.  As  a  business  man 
he  is  respected  by  all,  and  is  recognized  as  a  reliable 
•dealer. 


C.  L.  Meiler,  Meats,  507  King  St. 

There  are  but  few  better  known  establishments  in 
this  section  of  the  city  to  the  average  housewife  than 
that  of  Mr.  C.  L.  Meiler.  This  gentleman  opened 
business  here  about  three  years  ago,  and  since  the  in- 
ception has  met  with  flattering  success,  due  to  execu- 
tive business  management  and  fine,  fresh  stock  of 
goods. 

The  store  is  25x80  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  in  the 
most  appropriate  manner,  having  all  the  facilities  for 
the  pursuance  of  the  business.  A  handsome  refrigera- 
tor is  used  for  the  preservation  of  meats,  and  other 
trade  conveniences  are  enjoyed.     All  kind  of  salt  and 


156  Delaware' s   Industries. 

fresh  meats  are  sold  at  wholesale  as  well  as  retail. 
Special  attention  is  paid  to  the  retail  department,  how- 
ever. To  successfully  conduct  the  business,  three 
capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed,  and  no 
means  spared  to  further  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

Mr.  Meiler  is  a  well-known  and  highly  esteemed 
resident  of  the  city,  and  commands  a  responsible 
position  in  trade  circles. 


Frank  Roop  Smith,  Druggist,  N.  W.  Cor.   Fifth 
AND  King  Sts. 

The  drug  business  in  this  vicinity  has  an  able  and 
active  representative  in  the  personage  of  Mr.  Frank  R. 
Smith.  This  business  was  originally  established  by 
Messrs.  Ware  &  Smith,  in  1884.  Mr.  Smith  purchased 
the  interest  of  Mr.  Ware,  and  has  been  conducting  the 
business  himself  since  October,  1885. 

The  store  is  about  25x40  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  laboratory  in  the  rear.  Drugs,  patent  medicines  and 
toilet  articles  of  all  kinds  are  kept.  A  handsome  soda 
water  fountain  is  also  kept  running. 

Mr.  Smith  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  the 
past  twelve  years.  He  was  graduated  from  the  Phila- 
delphia College  of  Pharmacy  and  the  University  of 
Pennsylvania  (from  the  scientific  department)  as  a 
graduated  chemist;  is  the  only  analytical  and  sj^nthe- 
tical  chemist  in  the  city,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  all 
kinds  of  analytical  work.  In  this  department  Mr. 
Smith  has  had  many  years'  experience  in  the  practice 
and  theory  of  chemistry,   and  does  work  for  many  of 


Delaware  s   Industries.  157 

the  largest  manufacturing  establishments  in  this  city 
and  adjacent  territory. 


W.   C.   Brown,    Meats   and  Produce,  Sixth  and 

King  Sts. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  place  in  this  section  of  the 
city  where  better  meat  and  provisions  can  be  procured 
than  at  the  establishment  of  Mr.  W.  C.  Brown.  This 
gentleman  formerly  was  in  Central  Market.  The  store 
here  was  opened  about  two  years  ago,  and  thus  far  has 
given  every  evidence  of  success.  It  is  about  20x40 
feet  in  dimensions.  At  all  times  may  be  found  here  a 
choice  selection  of  country  produce,  raised  on  the  farm 
owned  and  operated  by  Mr.  Brown  in  Delaware  County, 
Pennsylvania. 

Several  competent  assistants  are  employed,  and  no 
means  spared  to  further  the  interests  of  the  consumer. 
Two  teams  are  kept  to  deliver  orders  in  the  cit}',  and 
other  trade  conveniences,  including  telephone  No.  588. 

Since  established  here  Mr.  Brown  has  won  the 
esteem  of  those  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations, 
and  is  regarded  as  a  responsible  dealer  in  trade  circles. 


Miss  M.  Le  Compte,  Millinery,  608  King  Street. 
To  the  average  lady  of  Wilmington  there  is  not 
a  better  or  more  favorably  known  store  in  the  city 
than  that  of  Miss  M.  Le  Compte.  This  lady  estab- 
lished business  nearly  seventeen  \-ears  ago.  The 
present  beautiful  store  was  taken  about  two  years 
back.     It  is  about  20  x  30  feet  in  dimensions. 


158  Delaware  s    Indiistries. 

Here  may  be  found  a  large  atid  choice  selection 
of  the  newest  designs  from  the  great  fashion  centres 
of  the  world.  Hats  and  bonnets,  trimmed  and  un- 
trimmed,  of  all  kinds  and  shapes,  are  sold.  Four 
skillful  and  tasteful  young  ladies  are  employed. 

Miss  Le  Compte  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city 
for  many  years.  She  is  well  known  here,  as  well  as 
to  the  large  importers  with  whom  she  deals. 


G.    D.    Lincoln,    Notions   and    Art    Goods,    615 
King  Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  store  of  this  character,  in  this  neighborhood, 
than  that  of  G.  D.  Lincoln.  This  gentleman  estab- 
lished business  on  King  street  five  j-ears  ago,  and  the 
present  quarters  were  taken  sixteen  months  after- 
ward. 

The  dimensions  of  the  store  are  20  x  30  feet.  It 
is  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  best  manner.  Notions  and 
art  goods  of  all  kinds  are  sold,  and  this  house  has  the 
sole  agency  for  the  P.  Centemeri  &  Co.'s  celebrated 
kid  gloves.  The  merits  of  these  goods  are  too  well 
known  to  require  comment  here.  Embroidering  is 
done  to  order  in  the  best  manner.  A  capable  and 
skilled  young  assistant  is  constantly  emplo3'ed. 

Mr.  Lincoln  has  been  a  resident  of  Wilmington 
for  the  past  forty  3^ears.  The  business  here  is  under 
the  active  management  of  his  wife,  a  very  estimable 
and  practical  business  woman.  This  gentleman  is 
in  the  employ  of  Messrs.  Harlan  &  Hollinsworth. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  159 

Morgan    &    Sawdon,   Trimmings    and    Notions, 
614  King  Street. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  more  attractive  store  in 
this  section  of  the  city  than  that  of  Messrs.  Morgan 
&  Sawdon. 

The  energies  of  the  firm  are  devoted  to  the  manu- 
facture and  sale  of  outfits  for  infants.  Here  may  be 
found  one  of  the  most  carefully  selected  stocks  of  all 
kinds  of  infants'  wear,  such  as  coats,  bonnets,  caps, 
hosiery  and  underwear,  and,  in  fact,  everything  that 
a  child  wears.  A  complete  stock  of  white  goods, 
fancy  goods,  embroidery  materials,  etc.,  are  also  car- 
ried. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Miss  Jennie  Morgan 
and  Mr.  E.  G.  Sawdon.  They  are  both  well  and 
favorably  known  throughout  a  large  circle. 


Jos     H.    Greenman,    Jr.,    Modern     Art    Paper 
Hangings,  611  King  Street. 

The  demand  for  fine  interior  decorations  has 
grown  to  such  proportions  of  late  that  it  is  with  diffi- 
culty that  the  average  man  in  this  line  can  keep  pace 
with  all  the  new  fads  and  fancies. 

Among  those  who  keep  well  in  the  race  may  be 
mentioned  Mr.  Joseph  H.  Greenman,  Jr.  This  gentle- 
man has  been  in  this  line  for  the  past  eight  years. 
Two  years  ago  the  present  beautiful  store  was  taken. 
It  is  about  20  X  30  feet  in  dimensions. 

All  kinds  of  decorations  are  attended  to,  from  the 
cheapest  wall  papers  to  the  finest  kinds  of  frescoing. 


t6o  Delaware's    Industries. 

The  assistance  of  four  capable  men  is  constantly  re- 
quired. 

Mr.   Greenman  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,    but 
lias  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  many  years. 


Mrs.  M.  McKe;ough,  Millinery,  6x8  King  Street. 

There  has  been  a  great  deal  said  about  ladies' 
bonnets,  but  it  still  may  be  said  that  among  the  lead- 
ing and  best  known  establishments  for  the  making  of 
such  things  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mrs.  M.  Mc- 
Keough.  This  lady  has  been  established  about  ten 
years,  and  in  this  store  for  the  past  four  years.  The 
store  is  about  20  x  35  feet  in  dimensions. 

Millinery  of  all  kinds  and  descriptions  is  sold. 
Special  attention  is  given  to  trimming  hats  to  order. 
Three  skillful  young  ladies  are  constantly  employed 
in  the  business. 

Mrs.  McKeough  is  a  well-known  resident  of 
the  city. 


Mrs.  M-  E.  Dennis,  Millinery,  702  King  St. 
Possibly  there  is  not  a  more  favorably  known  store 
of  this  nature  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Mrs.  M.  E. 
Dennis.  This  lady  has  been  in  this  business  for  the 
past  twenty  years.  About  four  years  ago  the  present 
quarters  were  taken. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  workroom  in  the  rear.  At  all  seasons  of  the  year  a 
full  selection  of  all  the  novelties  and  fads  may  be  found 


Delaware" s  Industries.  i6i 

here.  Special  attention  is  paid  to  trimming  hats  and 
bonnets  to  order. 

The  services  of  three  skillful  young  ladies  are  re- 
quired during  the  season. 

Mrs.  Dennis  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years.     She  is,  however,  a  Marylander  by  birth. 


Miss  Florence  D.   Curlett,   Exclusive  Ladies' 
Furnishing  Store,  Seventh  and  King  Sts. 

The  beauty  and  taste  that  has  been  displayed  in 
the  manufacture  of  ladies'  wear  in  the  last  few  years 
has  been  something  remarkable,  and  the 
only  exclusivel}'  ladies'  store  in  this  city 
is  that  of  the  lady  whose  name  heads  this 
article,  she  dealing  exclusively  in  this 
line.  Miss  Curlett  opened  business  here 
about  three  years  ago,  and,  by  steady  ap- 
plication to  business  details  and  a  con- 
scientious effort  to  further  the  interests 
of  the  trade,  is  meeting  with  well-merited  success. 

The  store  occupied  for  business  is  22x30  feet  in 
dimensions,  attractively  fitted  in  the  nicest  and  best 
manner,  and  carrying  a  full  line  of  ladies'  goods  of 
every  description.  All  the  best  and  leading  makes  of 
healthful,  hygienic  and  comfortable  corsets  in  the 
market  are  kept.  Muslin  underwear  of  great  variety, 
hosiery,  gloves,  ruchings,  linings,  veils  and  a  line  of 
goods  for  ladies  too  numerous  to  mention  in  detail  can 
always  be  obtained  here.  Special  care  is  given  to 
ordered  work  of  any  kind,  this  being  done  in  the  neat- 


1 62  Delaware' s  Industries. 

est  and  best  manner,  and  in  the  successful  prosecution 
of  the  trade  centered  here  several  capable  and  skillful 
assistants  are  employed,  leaving  no  means  undone  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

Miss  Curlett  has  alwaj^s  been  a  resident  of  the 
city.  She  is  very  well  and  favorably  known  here,  and 
by  enterprise  and  executive  ability  has  won  the  confi- 
dence and  esteem  of  the  community. 


W.  H.  Lloyd,  Grocer,  705  King  St. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  stores 
of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  Mr.  W.  H,  Lloyd.  This  gentleman  opened 
business  here  in  1870,  under  the  firm  name  of  Weldin 
&  Lloyd.  About  ten  years  later  he  purchased  Mr. 
Weldin's  interest,  and  has  since  had  the  entire  manage- 
ment. 

The  building  occupied  is  about  30x95  feet  in 
dimensions.  It  is  fitted  with  all  the  necessary  con- 
veniences known  to  the  trade  that  may  in  any  way 
facilitate  the  work  of  the  establishment.  The  stock 
carried  is  large,  comprising  groceries,  both  plain  and 
fancy,  all  kinds  of  canned  and  bottled  goods,  table 
delicacies,  preserves,  cereals,  meats  and  provisions  in 
abundance,  kitchen  and  toilet  supplies,  fine  teas,  coffees 
and  spices,  and  a  general  line  of  these  goods. 

The  assistance  of  four  men  is  required,  and  a  team 
is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Lloyd  is  a  resident  of  Brandywine  Hundred. 
He  is  very  well-known  throughout  the  city  and  county, 
and  is  known  as  a  reliable  dealer. 


Delaware  s   Industries.  163 

John  S.  Fuhr,  Grocer,  722  King  St, 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  houses 
of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mr.  John  S.  Fuhr.  This  gentleman 
opened  business  about  seven  years  ago,  and  two  years 
ago  the  present  quarters  were  obtained. 

The  store  is  about  20  x  40  feet  in  dimensions, 
the  cellar  being  used  for  storage  purposes. 

The  stock  carried  is  large,  comprising  a  full  and 
varied  line  of  all  kinds  of  teas,  coifees,  spices,  canned 
goods,  etc. 

Several  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed, 
and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Fuhr  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city, 
and  is  an  active  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows. 


James  M.  Jones,  Wall  Papers,  503  King  Street. 

Considering  the  short  time  that  Mr.  James  M. 
Jones  has  been  established,  but  few  houses  have  be- 
come more  popular  and  better  known  than  this  one. 
This  business  was  opened  about  two  years  ago. 

The  store  is  about  20x35  ^'^^t  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  neatest  and  most  commodious  manner. 

Wall  papering  and  decorating  of  all  kinds  is  done 
in  the  best  manner.  Window  shades  are  also  kept, 
special  sizes  being  cut  to  order.  Five  skillful  operators 
are  employed. 

Mr.  Jones  has  always  been  a  resident  of  the  city. 
He  is  well  and  favorably  known,  being  a  practical 
man  in  this  branch  of  the  business. 


164  Delaware  s  Induslrtes 

Bradway  &  Miller,  Grocers,  Eighth  and  King 

Streets. 

There  is  not  an  establishment  of  this  character  in 
this  section  that  has  obtained  in  such  a  short  time  as 
good  a  reputation  as  that  of  Messrs.  Bradway  &  Miller. 

These  gentlemen  are  the  direct  successors  of  Mr. 
W.  H.  Curry,  whose  interest  they  purchased  two 
years  ago. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  store  about  20 
X30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a  cellar  for  storage  about 
the  same  size. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  a  full 
line  of  all  kinds  of  plain  and  fancy  groceries,  canned  and 
bottled  goods,  preserves,  table  and  kitchen  supplies. 

Several  people  are  constantly  employed,  and  a 
team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders,  and  no  means  spared  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  patron,  telephone  No.  504 
being  used. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Charles  N. 
Bradway  and  George  E.  Miller.  Both  gentlemen  have 
been  residents  of  the  city  for  some  time.  Mr.  Bradway 
is  a  prominent  member  of  the  Masons  and  the  Odd 
Fellows.  Mr.  Miller  is  a  member  of  the  Masonic  fra- 
ternities. Since  established  here  they  are  recognized 
.as  responsible  dealers  in  trade  circles. 


Miss  E.  M.  Carter,  Millinery,  402  King  Street. 
The  head-dress  has  been  the  greatest  concern  of  a 
number  of  women  since  time  immemorial,  but, through 
the  efforts  of  many  people,  has  grown  to  be  a  thing  of 
bt  auty. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  165 

Among  the  best  known  milliners  in  this  section 
ma}'  be  mentioned  Miss  E.  M.  Carter.  This  lady  has 
had  a  life's  experience  in  this  line.  She  has  been  in 
this  store  for  the  past  14  years. 


Millinery  of  all  kinds  and  sorts  is  to  be  found 
here.  This  is  the  agency  for  the  Stateii  Island  dyeing 
establishment  in  this  city,  which  need  not  be  spoken 
of,  as  it  is  so  well-known. 

Miss  Carter  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  has  been 
a  life-long  resident  of  this  city.  She  is  a  daughter  of 
Mrs.  Hannah  E.  Carter,  who  is  well-known  as  a 
popular  and  successful  milliner  for  over  half  a  century, 
being  the  oldest  in  this  line  in  Wilmington. 


H.  D.  Hollis,  candy  mfg.,  512  King  st. 

G.  W.  Eodge  &  Son,  grocers,  7th  and  King  sts. 

G.  C.  Devalinger,  meats,  7th  and  King  sts. 

B.  F.  Chalfant,  shoes,  411  King  st. 

W.  F.  Hickman,  shoes,  419  King  st. 

A.  D.  Lee,  meats,  515  King  st. 

Mrs.  S   E.  Stevenson,  millinery,  604  King  st. 


1 66  Delaware  s   Industries. 

Mrs.  M.  A.  Simpson,   millinery,  714  King  st. 

T.  M.  Wiler,  grocer,  809  King  st. 

Hanb}^  &  Rubio,  fruit,   513  King  st. 

A.  Chambers,  roofer,  222  King  st. 

Miss  K.  Thompson,  millinery,  226  King  st. 

Michael  Grady,  boots  and  shoes,  234  King  st. 

E.  P.  Reeves,  produce,  515  King  st. 

Jos.  H.  Greennan,  wall  papers,  417  King  st. 

J.  C.  Massey,  jeweler,  404  King  st. 

Mrs.  S.  E.  Garton,  millinery,  202  King  st. 

Miss  Mane,  lemons,  304  King  st. 

C.  A.  Arnold,  boots  and  shoes,  306  King  st. 

I.  J.  Wingert,  barber,  708  King  st. 

Mrs.  C.  Jones,  notions,  102  King  st. 

Dr.  Morrison,  pharmac}-,  2d  and  King  sts. 

Miss  A.  B.  Rollo,  hair  goods,  622  King  st. 

Hugh  Boyd,  produce,  511  Kingst. 

Cold  Spring  Ice  Co.,  613  King  st. 

Singley  Bros.,  crackers,  414  King  st. 

Geo.  W.  Gray,  grocer,  2d  and  King  sts. 

G.  H.  Taylor,  grocer,  3d  and  King  sts. 

Miss  E.  O'Conner,  millinery,  206  King  st. 

A.  W.  Randolph,  cigars,  Front  and  King  sts. 

Geo.  Churchman,  lumber,  109  King  st. 


Delaware's    Industries.  167 


Chapter   IV. 


Martin  &  Dure,  Wholesale  Grocers,  N.  E.  Cor. 
Fourth  and  Orange  Streets. 

The  wholesale  grocery  trade  in  this  city  has  a 
very  strong  exponent  in  the  well  known  house  of 
Messrs.  Martin  &  Dure. 

This  business  was  established  about  three  and 
one -half  years  ago,  and  has  grown  at  such  a  rate  that 
it  is  now  one  of  the  largest  in  the  city. 

The  building  occupied  is  28x100  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, with  a  wing  about  14  feet  wide  on  the  rear,  five 
stories  and  a  basement  being  in  use.  The  building  is 
fitted  with  every  device  tending  toward  the  lessening 
of  labor  and  the  quick  delivery  of  orders. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  care- 
fully selected  lines  of  fancy  and  staple  groceries, 
canned  goods,  cigars,  tobacco  and  dried  fruits  and 
the  many  other  things  in  this  line. 
*  The  constant  employment  of  about  ten  men  is 
necessary,  and  two  teams  are  kept  to  deliver  orders. 
The  trade  lies  all  over  this  state  and  portions  of  Penn- 
sylvania, Maryland  and  the  peninsula,  and  is  con- 
stantly increasing. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wm.  L. 
Martin  and  Henry  F.  Dure,  Jr.     Both  of  these  gentle- 


1 68  Delaware' s  Industries. 

men  have  had  some  years'  experience  in  this  line, and 
conversant  with  all  the  many  details,  and  are  capable 
of  fully  supplying  all  the  demands  of  the  trade. 


Bannar  &  MuNN,  Boat  Builders,  Foot  of  Fourth 
Street. 

In  the  past  ten  years, ^  there  has  been  a  great 
demand  for  small  launches,  both  wood  and  metallic. 
Many  houses  have  gone  into  the  manufacture  of  these 
boats,  notably  Messrs.  Bannar  &  Munn. 

This  business  was  originally  established  by  Mr, 
S.  F.  Bannar  in  1884,  and  two  years  ago  Mr.  Munn 
was  taken  into  the  co-partnership. 

The  building  occupied  consists  of  two  floors,  one 
50x20  feet,  and  one  100x20  feet.  Boats  of  all  kinds 
are  turned  out,  as  well  as  life  rafts.  Every  facility  is 
at  hand  for  the  construction  of  this  class  of  work. 
The  specialty  of  the  house  is  metallic  life  boats,  steam 
launches  and  sail  boats. 

To  successfully  prosecute  the  business,  five  skilled 
workmen  are  given  constant  employment,  and  a  spec- 
ial feature  is  made  in  all  kinds  of  repairing.  Mr. 
Bannar  is  a  thoroughly  capable  and  experienced  man 
in  this  line. 

The  patronage  of  the  house  is  not  confined  to  the 
city  alone,  but  extends  all  along  the  Atlantic  and 
Pacific  coast,  as  well  as  the  great  lakes. 

The  firm  of  Bannar  &  Munn  now  command  the 
confidence  of  the  trade,  and  all  with  whom  they  form 
business  relations. 


Delaware's   Industries.  169 

S.  Lloyd  Boddy,  IvEATher  and  Shoe  Findings 
AND  Manufacturer  op  Uppers,  3  W.  Fourth 
Street. 

There  is  scarcely  another  establishment  in  the  city, 
in  this  line  of  trade,  doing  a  larger  or  better  business 
that  that  of  S.  Lloyd  Boddy. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  originally  in  1876, 
and  has  since  then,  by  energy  and  push,  built  up  a 
very  large  trade  here. 

The  building  occupied  is  about  25x45  feet  in  di- 
mensions, the  upper  floors  being  used  as  manufactur- 
ing departments;  these  are  fitted  out  with  all  the  latest 
improved  tools  and  appliances,  and  no  means  left  un- 
done to  foster  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

The  stock  carried  is  most  complete,  comprising 
everything  that  would  go  to  make  a  shoe — all  kinds 
of  leather  trimmings,  buttons,  laces,  etc.  The  manu- 
facturing of  shoe  uppers  for  the  trade  is  one  of  the 
most  extensive  departments.  The  constant  service  of 
five  skilled  workmen  is  required. 

Mr.  Boddy  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years;  he  has  had  a  large  experience  in  this  line 
and  is  fully  capable  of  supplying  the  demands  of  the 
most  fastidious  trade,  in  which  he  commands  respect 
and  confidence. 


Thompson   &  Bennett,    Produce  Commission,   12 
East  Fourth  Street. 

Right  in  the  centre  of  an  enormous  fruit  produc- 
ing belt,  it  is  not  remarkable  that  Wilmington  should 


170  Delaware's   hidustries. 

have  very  good  markets.  Among  the  best  known  whole- 
sale dealers  may  be  mentioned  Messrs.  Thompson  & 
Bennett.  These  gentlemen  opened  business  here  about 
a  year  ago,  and  have  thus  far  been  rewarded  with  every 
success. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  large  store, 
about  25x50  feet  in  dimensions,  that  is  most  suitable 
for  this  line  of  trade. 

The  firm  are  general  wholesale  dealers  in  produce, 
handling  the  best  products  the  markets  afford.  The 
specialty  is  domestic  and  foreign  fruits.  These  goods 
are  sold  at  the  lowest  market  quotations.  The  ser- 
vices of  two  capable  salesmen  are  required  to  success- 
fully prosecute  this  business. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Jos.  S.  Thompson 
and  J.  H.  Bennett,  both  of  whom  are  exceedingly 
well  known  in  trade  circles  as  reliable  dealers. 

Mr.  Bennett  being  a  prominent  member  of  the 
Odd  Fellows  and  the  Knights  of  P5^thias,  he  commands 
the  esteem  of  social  as  well  as  trade  circles. 


Jno.    H.    Schafer,   Tonsorial   Parlors,    Fourth 

AND  Poplar  Streets. 

Certainly  the  most  beautiful  establishment  in  the 
city  devoted  to  this  line  is  that  of  Mr.  John  H. 
Schafer. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  about  five  5'ears 
ago,  and  about  a  year  and  a  half  ago  the  old  shop  was 
torn  out  and  the  new  one  built;  it  is  about  20x25  ^^^'^ 
in  dimensions,  fitted  handsomely  in  walnut,  with 
mirrors  extending  on  three  sides  of  the  room;  in  the 


Delaware's   hidustries .  171 

centre  is  a  very  handsome  white  marble  wash  stand; 
four  chairs  are  used  constantly.  The  appointments 
are  in  every  way  first-class  and  worthy  of  the  highest 
consideration.  The  assistance  of  three  men  is  con- 
stantl}^  required.  A  specialty  is  made  of  ladies'  and 
children's  hair  cutting. 

Mr.  Schafer  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city,  and,  by  his  energy, has  built  up  the  best  business 
of  this  kind  in  this  vicinity. 


James   Hitchins,    Livery   Stable,    306-310    East 

Fourth  St. 

Certainly  there  is  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  establishment  of  this  character  in  this  section 
of  the  city  than  that  of  Mr.  James  Hitchins.  This 
estimable  3'oung  gentleman  opened  in  this  business 
five  years  ago,  removing  here  about  two  years  since, 
and,  from  the  inception,  the  venture  has  proved  most 
successful. 

A  large  stable  is  occupied,  with  accommodations 
for  about  thirty  head  of  horses.  Ever}'  care  is  taken 
to  make  them  comfortable.  Three  competent  stable 
men  are  eniplo5'ed.  Carriages  of  all  kinds  are  kept 
to  hire  for  funerals,  wedding  parties,  shopping. 
Special  attention  is  paid  to  the  care  of  sick  horses, 
and  for  boarding  accommodations  the  place  is  not  ex- 
celled by  any  other  place  of  its  kind.  Large,  light, 
well  drained  and  ventilated  .stable. 

Mr.  Hitchins  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this 
city,  and  is  very  well  known  in  public  as  well  as  pri- 
vate life. 


172  Delaware's   Industries. 

G.  I.  Speer,  Slate  Roofer,  Fourth  and  Pine 
Streets. 

There  are  very  few  houses  in  the  city  that  are 
capable  of  putting  up  a  slate  roof  properly.  Among 
the  best  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  G.  I.  Speer.  This 
gentleman  opened  business  nearly  fourteen  years  ago, 
and  thus  far  has  been  most  successful  in  the  prosecu- 
tion of  this  important  branch  of  trade. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  large  yard, 
about  60  X  100  feet  in  dimensions,  with  every  facility 
for  the  receipt  and  shipment  of  stuff. 

,  Slate  roofing  of  all  kinds  is  done,  and  slate  is 
dealt  in  in  a  wholesale  way.  All  kinds  of  tiling  and 
tile-roofing  is  done,  and  to  further  the  progress  of  the 
business,  constant  employment  is  given  to  about  twelve 
capable  workmen,  under  the  personal  supervision  of 
the  proprietor,  thus  assuring  satisfaction  in  every 
detail. 

Mr.  Speer  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania,  but  has 
been  a  resident  of  this  city  for  many  years.  He  is  an 
active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Builders'  Ex- 
change, and  well  known  in  trade  circles. 


James  A.  Stafford,  Cigars  and  Tobacco,  Fourth 
AND  Poplar  Sts. 

Certainly  nothing  comes  nearer  reaching  the  cen- 
ter of  a  man  than  the  fumes  of  a  good  cigar.  Among 
the  most  prominent  places  in  this  section  where  such 
an  article  niaj'  be  obtained  may  be  mentioned  that  of 
Mr.  J.  A.  Stafford. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  173 

This  gentleman  purchased  the  business  about  five 
years  ago  from  Wm.  Russell.  The  store  occupied  is 
about  25  X  40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  furnished  in 
the  neatest  and  best  manner. 

A  verj^  choice  selection  of  imported  and  domestic 
cigars  can  be  found  here.  Smoking  and  chewing  to- 
bacco, cigarettes,  pipes,  snufF  and  smokers'  articles 
generally  are  also  kept. 

Mr.  Stafford  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the 
Red  Men. 


J.  Jerome  Smith,  Grain,  Hay,  Flour  and  Feed, 

Fourth  and  Shipley  Sts. 

Among  the   most  prominent  houses   in   the   city 
devoting  their  entire  energies   to   this,  may  be  men- 


tioned that  of  Mr.  J.J.  Smith.  This  gentleman  estab- 
lished business  here  about  fifteen  years  ago,  and  since 
the  inception  has  been  rewarded  with  every  success 
possible. 


Delaware's    I7idustries.  175 

The  office  and  salesroom  is  at  Fourth  and  Shipley, 
while  the  storage  house  is  on  Orange  street.  A  very 
heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of  grain, 
flour,  feed,  hay  aiid  straw,  wheel  grease,  condition  pow- 
ders, rock  salt,  and  everything  in  this  line  of  goods. 
A  specialty  of  the  house  is  seeds,  which  are  kept  in 
great  variety,  and  furnished  to  the  consumers  all  over 
the  State  and  adjoining  territor3^  All  kinds  of  vege- 
table, garden,  flower  and  grain  seeds. 

This  house  has  the  reputation  for  close  scrutiny 
into  the  quality  of  seeds,  and  the  goods  sold  here 
are  known  for  their  strength  and  general  excellence. 
Four  men  and  two  teams  are  given  constant  employ- 
ment, and  no  lack  of  attention  bestowed  on  the  wel- 
fare of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Smith  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  a  prominent  member  of  several  associa- 
tions throughout  the  city,  and  as  a  business  man  is 
held  in  the  highest  esteem  among  the  tradespeople  in 
this  section. 


John    D.   Kurtz,    Bakery,    Fourth   and    Poplar 
Streets. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  estab- 
lishments of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mr.  J.  D.  Kurtz.  This  estimable 
gentleman  opened  business  here  twenty-seven  years 
ago,  and  was  baking  in  this  city  for  thirty-three 
years,  and,  little  by  little,  it  has  grown,  until  now  it 
is  the  largest  in  this  section. 


176  Delaware' s    Industries. 

A  store  about  20  x  15  feet  in  dimensions  is  used, 
and  the  baking  is  done  in  the  basement,  every  possible 
care  being  taken  to  keep  out  injurious  substances. 

Pies,  cakes,  buns,  biscuits  and  bread  are  made. 
The  assistance  of  two  capable  men  are  required,  and  a 
team  is  kept  to  deliver  bread  to  regular  customers. 

Mr.  Kurtz  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  many 
years,  and  is  extremely  well  known. 


Short  &  IvEFferts,  Produce  Commission  Merch- 
ants, 206  East  Fourth  St, 

The  city  of  "Wilmington  has  many  natural  advan- 
tages as  a  point  of  distribution  for  the  state  of  Dela- 
ware and  points  in  New  Jersey  and  Maryland;  its 
peculiar  shipping  advantages,  both  as  regards  land  and 
and  water,  are  superior. 

Among  well-known  produce  commission  houses  in 
this  section  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  Short  & 
Lefferts.  This  firm  took  possession  of  this  stand  in 
July,  1890,  and  after  an  experience  elsewhere  they  have 
been  eminently  successful. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  20x45  feet  in  dimen- 
sions. The  services  of  four  capable  men  are  required, 
and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

All  kinds  of  truck,  fruit  and  produce  is  handled, 
a  very  choice  selection  being  always  obtainable  here. 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  J.  W. 
Short,  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  Charles  H.  Lefferts, 
born  in  New  Jersey.  Since  establishing  here  they  have 
become  well-known  residents  of  this  city  and  have  a 
large  acquaintance  with  those  in  this  line  of  trade. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  177 

Wm.  B.  Hearn,  Barber,  335  East  Fourth  St. 

Considering  the  short  time  that  Mr.  Hearn  has 
been  in  this  section  of  the  city,  it  is  remarkable  with 
what  avidity  his  establishment  has  become  so  popular, 
he  having  purchased  the  business  from  Wm.  Seward  in 
August,  1889. 

The  premises  consist  of  a  shop  about  20x30  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  now  has  four  chairs,  and  long  and 
tedious  waits  are  unknown. 

In  cases  of  sickness  or  death,  shaving  is  attended 
to  in  the  most  prompt  manner. 

Ladies'  and  children's  hair  and  bang  cutting  is 
made  a  specialty  of. 

Mr.  Hearn  is  a  native  of  L,aurel,  Delaware,  but  has 
been  a  resident  here  for  some  time.  He  is  an  active 
and  prominent  member  of  the  O.  U.  A.  M.,  and  a 
young  gentleman  of  literary  ability. 


N.  B.  CULBERT,  HORSESHOER,  214  EasT  FoURTH  ST. 

The  care  of  horses  has  always  been  given  much 
attention;  the  greatest  care  should  be  taken  of  the  feet. 
It  is  exceedingly  dangerous  to  let  an  inexperienced 
man  shoe  a  valuable  horse,  as  one  shoeing  done  badly 
will  often  ruin  a  horse. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  horse- 
shoers  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  N.  B.  Culbert,  this 
gentleman  having  opened  business  about  fifteen  years 
ago,  and  six  years  ago  the  present  shop  was  taken;  it  is 
about  25x75  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  in  every  way 
fitted  in  the  most  suitable  manner.     Horseshoeing  of 


178  Delaware's  Industries. 

all  kinds  is  done.     Special  attention  is  paid  to  the  care 
of  horses  with  sore  feet. 

Mr.  Culbert  has  been  an  esteemed  resident  of  the 
city  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the 
Odd  Fellows,  Masons,  Red  Men  and  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 


J.  H.   RiGNEY,   Grocer  and  Ship  Chandler,   429* 
East  Fourth  St. 

The  best  and  most  favorably  known  house  of  this, 
character  in  this  vicinity  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  H.  Rigney. 
This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman  opened  business 
about  twelve  years  ago,  and  six  years  afterward  the 
present  premises  were  obtained. 

The  store  is  about  23x40  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  most  commodious  manner.  A  large  refrigerator 
is  used  for  the  storage  of  meats,  etc. 

Groceries,  provisions,  salt  meats  and  tobacco  are 
kept.  One  capable  salesman  is  given  constant  em- 
ployment. 

Mr.  Rigney  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  has  beem 
an  esteemed  resident  of  our  city  for  some  years  past^ 
He  takes  an  active  interest  in  all  things  that  tend  to- 
ward our  good. 


W.  H.  Robinson  (Agent),  Cigars  and  Tobacco>. 
115  East  Fourth  Street. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  more  popular  establish- 
ment of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Mr. 
W.  H.  Robinson.     This  gentleman  took  a  store  here 


Delaware's   Industries.  179 

about  eighteen  months  ago,  and  since  opening  has 
built  up  a  very  nice  trade. 

The  dimensions  of  the  store  are  about  18x30  feet. 
It  is  fitted  up  in  the  most  suitable  manner.  The 
stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  a  choice  selec- 
tion of  cigars,  tobacco  and  smokers'  articles. 

The  business  done  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail^ 
extending  all  over  the  city. 

Mr.  Robinson  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the  Hepta- 
sophs  and  the  Shield  of  Honor. 


Champion  Wagon  Works,  James  Mills,  Proprie- 
tor, Dealer  in  Coal  and  Wood,  Fourth  and* 
R.  R.  Avenue. 

The  only  manufactory  in  this  city  devoted  exclu- 
sively to  the  manufacture  of  patent  dump  carts  and 
wagons  is  that  of  Mr.  James  Mills,  known  as  the 
Champion  Wagon  Works. 

This  business  was  originally  established  as  Millfe 
&  Combs  about  twenty-three  years  ago,  and  about  five 
years  ago  Mr.  Mills  succeeded  to  the  entire  manage- 
ment. 

The  premises  are  about  186x235  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, with  various  buildings  erected  and  coal  and 
wood  sheds. 

The  total  floor  room  is  about  30,000  square  feet  in 
extent,  all  utilized  for  the  prosecution  of  the  various 
industries  here. 

Coal,  wood  and  building  materials  are  dealt  irk 
and  a  lucrative  trade  done,  the  house  supplying  a  large 


ft-So 


.'De/aware's  Indusirzes. 


'tHAMPION   DISCHARGING  WAGON  • 


•CHAMPION'  CMUTE  CART 


"CHAMPION   WOOD 
WAGON 


"CHAMPION"  DUMP  VKHCON 
fOR  BRICK  ANO    ,^Sk.  BUIlOmS  M«TEPIAL 


"OIAMPION  CMUTE  WAGON 


CHAMPION   br;ck  TRUCH. 


CHAMPION  WAGON  WOKKS, 

James  Milk,  Proprietor. 

These  pictures  show  only  a  small  number 
of  wagons  ;  they  make  all  kinds  of  heavy 
wagons,  drays,  etc. 


Delaware's   hidusb'ies.  iSf. 

trade  in  the  city  and  all  parts  of  this  county  with  only 
the  better  class  of  goods. 

Noticing  the  many  disadvantages  of  the  old  style 
wagons,  trucks  and  carts,  Mr.  Mills  set  himself  out  tc 
find  an  improvement,  and  patented  the  "Champion," 
which  have  met  with  entire  success  wherever  they  have 
been  shown,  making  important  improvements  for  which 
he  holds  letters  patent.  Five  styles  are  built,  each 
being  especially  suitable  for  the  work  intended. 

Employment  is  given  to  about  thirty-five  skilled 
operators,  and  the  establishment  publishes  a  catalogue 
that  fully  describes  all  the  many  advantages  of  these- 
wagons  much  more  effectively  than  we  possibly  can  in 
this  sketch,  and  those  in  quest  of  anything  in  his  liner- 
will  be  repaid  to  communicate  with  this  house. 

Mr.  Mills  is  a  native  of  the  Keystone  state, but  has- 
been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  many  years,  being  active 
in  public  as  well  as  private  life.  He  commands  the 
respect  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


H.     K.     Fulton,     Manufacturing  Brooms     ani> 
Whisks,  107  East  Fourth  Street. 

The  largest  and  best  known  house  in  the  city  de- 
voting its  energies  to  this  line  of  trade  is  that  of  Mr.. 
H.  K.  Fulton. 

This  business  was  originally  established  about, 
fifteen  years  ago  b}^  the  father  of  the  present  proprietor,. 
Mr.  J.  H.  Fulton,  who  retired  about  ten  years  ago,, 
leaving  the  management  to  his  son. 

The  premises  occupied  as  a  store  are  about  17x60- 
feet  in  dimensions,  with  the  manufacturing  department 


1 82  Delaware' s  Industries. 

up-stairs  There  are  two  floors,  one  17x60  and  the 
other  17x25. 

Brooms  and  whisks  of  all  kinds  are  manufactured. 
Wood  and  willow  ware  is  kept.  Buckets,  baskets, 
twines,  paper  bags,  etc.,  are  also  sold,  in  fact,  every- 
thing in  the  line  of  grocers'  supplies. 

The  assistance  of  five  skilled  workmen  is  required, 
and  a  man  is  kept  on  the  road  selling  goods  through- 
out the  State. 

Mr.  Fulton  is  a  native  of  Philadelphia,  but  has 
been  here  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of 
the  Red  Men  and  Knights  of  the  Golden  Eagle,  hold- 
ing in  the  latter  organization  the  position  of  Keeper  of 
Exchequer, 


Mrs,  Morris  Taylor,  Notions  and  Trimmings,  329 
East  Fourth  Street. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  store  in  this  section  of  the  city  than  that  of  Mrs. 
Taylor.  This  lady  established  business  here  about 
two  years  ago. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  store  about  2ox 
40  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is  fitted  in  the  neatest  and 
most  attractive  manner. 

A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  notions, 
hosiery,  buttons  and  trimmings  of  all  kinds.  A 
specialty  is  made  of  embroidery  materials,  stamping 
and  pinking  being  done  to  order  in  the  best  manner. 
A  full  line  of  candy  and  confectionery  is  also  carried. 
A  capable  young  lady  is  employed  as  a  salesperson. 


Delaware' s    Industries.  183 

Mrs.  Taylor  is  a  native  of  Illinois,  but  has  been  in 
this  city  tor  about  ten  j^ears,  and  is  widely  known, 
socially  as  well  as  commercially. 


McLaughlin  Bros.,    Cigar  Mfgs.,    No.   5   West 

Fourth  Street. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  more  prominent  house  in 
this  line  in  this  section  of  the  city  than  that  of  Messrs. 
McLaughlin  Bros.  These  gentlemen  established  busi- 
ness here  about  two  years  ago,  and  since  the  opening 
have  been  building  up  a  very  nice  trade. 

The  store  used  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions, 
•with  the  manufacturing  department  in  the  rear. 

Cigars  of  all  grades  are  made,  the  average  capacity 
Being  from  20,000  to  25,000  per  month.  In  addition 
to  this  they  are  dealers  in  imported  cigars,  smoking 
and  chewing  tobacco  and  smokers'  articles.  The 
'.assistance  of  four  men  is  necessary. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  J.  Mc- 
Laughlin and  J.  J.  McLaughlin.  Both  gentlemen 
"have  a  thorough  knowledge  of  their  business  and  are 
fully  able  to  meet  all  competitors. 


Charles  Yetter,  Vienna  Bakery,  ii  East  Fourth 

Street. 

When,  during  the  Centennial  Exhibition  in  Phila- 
delphia, in  1876,  Vienna  bread  was  sold  for  the  first 
time,  it  seemed  almost  impossible  that  it  should  have 
found  its  way  all  over  the  country  in  so  short  a  space 
of  time. 


184  Delaware^  s  Industries. 

Among  the  most  prominent  places  in  the  city 
making  it  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  Charles 
Yetter. 

This  gentleman  opened  in  the  city  about  eight 
years  ago,  and  three  years  ago  the  present  store  was 
taken. 

It  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  in  the 
nicest  manner.     The  bake-house  is  in  the  rear. 

In  conjunction  with  the  bread  made,  all  kinds  of 
fancy  and  plain  cakes  are  baked.  Ice  cream  is  also 
sold. 

Five  skilled  men  are  given  constant  employment, 
and  a  team  is  kept  with  which  to  serve  the  regular 
customers. 

Mr.  Yetter  is  a  native  of  Germany,  but  has  been 
here  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the 
A.  O.  U.  W.,  and  various  German  societies. 


C.  F.  Welch  &  Co.,  Wholesale  Grocers  ani> 
Commission  Merchants,  204  East  Fourth 
Street. 

In  man}^  lines  of  trade  the  city  of  Wilmington  is 
surpassingly  well  supplied,  notably  the  distribution 
of  food  products.  Among  the  principal  houses  en~ 
gaged  in  this  line  may  be  mentioned  Messrs.  C  F, 
Welch  &  Co. 

This  enterprise  was  originated  in  1875,  under  the 
name  of  Welch,  Sharp  &  Co.,  as  a  retail  store.  Grad- 
ually it  was  merged  into  a  wholesale  business,  and  in 
1885  the  present  firm  was  formed. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  185 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  three-story 
building,  about  23  x  50  feet  in  dimensions,  with  every 
facility  for  the  receipt  and  shipment  of  large  lots  of 
goods. 

The  energies  of  the  house  are  devoted  to  the  sale 
of  staple  and  fancy  groceries  of  all  sorts,  and  the 
handling  of  fruit  and  produce,  such  as  potatoes,  apples,^ 
berries,  etc.  The  close  intimacy  which  this  house 
enjoys  with  the  trade  makes  it  a  most  desirable  house 
to  deal  with.  Everything  is  obtained  from  the  first 
hands  and  at  cash  figures,  thus  enabling  them  to  dispose 
of  the  goods  at  a  very  low  figure. 

The  trade  of  the  house  extends  all  over  the  pen- 
insula, and  is  annually  increasing  in  scope  and  magni- 
tude. 

Mr.  C.  F.  Welch,  the  head  of  the  firm,  having 
had  a  large  experience  in  this  business,  is  fully  famil- 
iar with  all  its  many  details,  and  knows  just  where  the 
best  of  everything  is  to  be  found  for  the  trade.  As 
merchants,  they  hold  a  responsible  position  in  the 
business  world. 


Elliott  &  Clark,  Wholesale  Commission  Mer- 
chants, 1 10  East  Fourth  St. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  houses 
of  this  character  in  this  city  may  be  mentioned  the 
firm  whose  name  heads  this  article. 

This  firm  was  formed  in  August,  1889.  Mr.  El- 
liott had  been  in  business  for  himself,  prior  to  this,, 
some  eighteen  years. 


1 86  Delaware' s   Industries. 

The  premises  occupy  an  area  of  about  i8  X40  feet, 
and  are  in  every  way  most  suitable  for  this  line  of 
business. 

The  firm  enjoy  the  closest  relations  with  the 
farmers  and  dealers  throughout  this  vicinity,  and  are 
thus  enabled  to  get  the  best  possible  produce,  selling 
to  the  trade  direct  at  the  lowest  market  quotations. 
Several  capable  men  are  employed  for  the  prosecution 
of  the  business,  and  a  team  is  kept  for  hauling  pur- 
poses. 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  G.  W. 
Elliott  and  E.  C.  Clark.  These  gentlemen  are  too 
well  known  in  connection  with  this  business  to  require 
more  than  passing  mention.  The  senior  partner  is  a 
prominent  member  of  the  G.  A.  R.,  having  served  in 
the  Ninth  Delaware  Regiment,  Company  G.  He  is 
also  connected  with  the  Heptasophs  and  Patriotic 
'Order  Sons  of  America.  As  business  men  they  are 
recognized  as  responsible  dealers  and  well  meriting  the 
rsuccess  attending  their  efforts. 


K.  E.  Hanf,  Jeweler,  15  East  Fourth  St. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  houses 
in  the  jewelry  trade  in  this  line  may  be  mentioned 
Mr.  E.  E.  Hanf's. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  here  as  long  ago 
as  1874,  and  has  since  then  built  up  quite  a  large 
trade.  The  store  is  of  ample  proportions,  and  is  fitted 
with  every  convenience  for  the  successful  management 
of  business. 


Delaware's   Industries.  187 

The  stock  carried  is  not  extremely  large,  but  the 
■selection  has  been  most  choice,  comprising  all  the 
newest  and  most  stylish  patterns  of  jewelry,  watches, 
•diamonds,  and,  in  fact,  everything  in  this  line.  Re- 
pairing of  fine  work  is  made  a  specialty  of,  Mr.  Hanf 
being  a  thoroughly  practical  jeweler.  He  has  been 
a  resident  of  the  city  since  1864,  and  is  prominently 
•connected  with  the  Masonic  fraternity.  Mr.  Hanf 
has  made  the  business  a  study,  and  is  thoroughly 
familiar  with  all  its  branches. 


J.  H.  Harkins,  WhoivESale  and  Retail  Cigars, 

215  West  Fourth  St. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  more  popular  store  in  this 
line  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Mr.  J.  H.  Harkins. 
This  gentleman  opened  business  here  about  eleven 
years  ago,  and  has  been  steadily  building  up  a  large 
trade  through  enterprise,  executive  ability  and  a  con- 
scientious effort  to  further  the  interests  of  the  trade. 
Mr.  Harkins  in  a  small  way  began,  and  now  well  de- 
serves the  success  attending  his  efforts. 

The  store  is  about  20  x  44  feet  in  dimensions,  is 
furnished  in  the  most  commodious  manner,  and  a  store 
room  is  in  the  rear,  20  x  20  feet,  heavily  stocked  with 
a  line  of  smoking  and  chewing  tobaccos. 

A  large  and  choice  selection  of  imported  and 
•domestic  cigars  is  always  carried.  Smoking  and  chew- 
ing tobaccos,  smokers'  articles,  etc.,  are  also  handled 
extensively.  The  "Go  Ahead"  and  "Not  Named," 
two  very  popular  brands  of  cigars,  are  the  spe;.ial 
brands  made  for  his  trade  only.     The  merits  of  these 


Delaware's   Industries. 


I 


Delaware's   Industries.  189 

goods  are  too  well  known  to  require  elucidation  here. 
The  business  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  and  the 
stock  carried  is  extremely  large,  comprehending  every 
brand  of  tobacco  on  the  market. 

Mr,  Harkins  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
•city  He  is  extremely  well  known  in  trade  circles  as 
a  reliable  dealer,  winning  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom 
he  deals. 


Booker  &  WhitkseIvL,  Commission  Produce,   102, 
104,  AND  106  East  Fourth  Street. 

The  city  of  Wilmington  has  always  been  noted  for 
its  good  produce  markets.  There  are  many  large 
houses  engaged  in  this  line.  Possibly  the  best  known 
is  Messrs.  Booker  &  Whitesell. 

This  business  was  originally  established  by  Mr. 
Booker  in  1874,  Mr.  Whitesell,  the  junior  member, 
being  taken  in  about  eight  months  ago. 

About  five  months  ago  this  large  and  commodious 
store  was  taken. 

It  is  about  60x100  feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  one 
of  the  most  perfect  of  its  kind,  a  notable  part  being  the 
two  banana  storage  rooms,  each  about  20  feet  square. 
The  heat  and  cold  in  these  rooms  can  be  regulated 
whenever  it  is  desired.  They  have  a  capacity  of  hold- 
ing 2,000  bunches  of  bananas  at  once. 

The  services  of  eight  men  are  constantly  required, 
and  two  teams  are  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

A  general  wholesale  commission  produce  is  done, 
everything  in  the  way  of  foreign  and  domestic  fruits 
and  vegetables  being  handled. 


IQO  Delaware  s   hidjcstries. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  George  W.. 
Booker  and  A.  S.  Whitesell.  Both  gentlemen  are- 
"hustlers"  in  every  sense  of  the  word,  and  by  their 
activity  and  energy  have  built  up  an  enormous- 
trade. 


P.  B.  &  J.  B.  FoRMAN,  Cabinetmakers  and  Under- 
takers, lo  East  Fourth  Street. 

When  any  special  designs  in  the  furniture  line  are 
required,  there  is  not  a  better  firm  to  execute  that  kind 
of  work  than  Messrs.  P.  B.  &J.  B.  Forman. 

This  business  was  originally  established  nearly- 
half  a  century  ago,  by  Mr.  P.  B.  Forman,  and  about 
fifteen  j^ears  ago  he  took  his  son  into  the  business. 

The  premises  consist  of  two  large  floors,  each 
about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions.  They  are  fitted 
with  every  tool  and  appliance  that  will  lessen  labor 
or  improve  the  product. 

All  kinds  of  special  work  in  cabinet  ware  is  done. 
A  specialty  is  made  of  fine  work  to  order  in  all  its 
forms.  Coffins  and  caskets  of  all  kinds  are  made  and 
trimmed  in  the  most  beautiful  manner. 

The  services  of  three  skilled  workmen  are  some- 
times required  to  fulfill  orders. 

Both  members  of  the  firm  have  been  life-long  resi- 
dents of  the  city,  and  are  very  well  known  in  trade 
and  business  circles. 


Delaware's   Industries.  19 e 

Cooling  &  Co.,  carriages,  4th  and  French  sts. 

T.  C.  Taylor  &  Co.,  druggists,  333  East4tli  st. 

J.  B.  Forman,  shoes,  10  East  4th  st. 

G.  H.  Frazer,  tinsmith,   108  East  4th  st. 

Reese  &  Bro.,  stoves,  6  East  4th  st. 

ly.  Robinson,  cigars,  ii5>2  East  4th  st. 

Albert  Newmoyer,  barber,  220  West  4th  st. 

John  Zweifel,  grocer,  225  West  4th  st. 

J.  Parke  Postles  &  Co.,  morocco,  204  W.  4th  st. 

C.  A.  Winslow,  cigars,  2  West  4th  st. 

Wm.  C.  Phillips,  produce,  4th  and  French  sts. 

H.  S.  Kyle,  grocer,   205  West  4th  st. 

Deverell  Bros.,  grocers,  8  East  4th  st. 

H.  E.  Albert,  musical  instruments,  117  East  4th  st,. 

W.  H.  Robinson,  shoes    113  East  4th  st. 

G.  H.  Hollis,  stoves,  9  East  4th  st. 

Alexander  &  Wells,  roofing,  511  East  4th  st. 

John  Greenlee,  plumber,  217  W.  4th  st. 


1 92  Delaware' s   Industries. 


Chapter   V. 


Harry  Yerger,  Pictures  and  Picture   Frames, 

419  Shipley  Street. 

Possibly  the  largest  and  best  known  house  in  the 
city  devoted  exclusively  to  the  above  lines  of  trade 
is  that  of  Mr.  Harry  Yerger. 

This  genial  and  courteous  gentleman  established 
business  here  about  twelve  years  ago,  and  has  since 
been  rewarded  with  the  greatest  success. 

The  store  is  about  20x80  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  nicest  and  best  manner.  The  workrooms  are 
located  in  the  rear.  Picture  frames  and  mirrors  of  all 
kinds  are  manufactured  to  order,  besides  a  large  stock 
of  all  kinds  of  engravings  and  etchings.  Six  skillful 
operatives  are  employed. 

Mr.  Yerger  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  very  well  and  favorably  known.  He  is 
an  active  member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias. 


A,  S.   Jones,  Leather  and  Shoe  Findings,    614 

Shipeey  Street. 

The  leather  trade  has  a  good  exponent  here  in  the 
personage  of  Mr.  A.  S.  Jones. 

This  gentleman  established  business  in  this  city 
about  thirty-five  years  ago.     The  quarters  now  occu- 


Delaware's  Industries.  193 

pied  were  taken  about  six  N^ears  ago,  and  are  fitted  out 
with  all  the  appliances  known  to  the  trade. 

The  building  is  about  20x50  feet  in  dimensions, 
extending  through  to  Market  street,  and  is,  without 
a  doubt,  the  largest  house  of  this  kind  in  the  state- 
Leather  and  shoe  materials  of  all  kinds  are  handled. 

Uppers  are  manufactured  for  the  trade,  and  an  im- 
mense trade  done,  being  all  over  the  state  and  adjacent 
territory.  Custom  shoes  are  also  made.  Six  skilled, 
workpeople  are  employed, 

Mr.  Jones  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  many 
years.  He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the 
Odd  Fellows,  Red  Men  and  the  Masonic  Fraternities,, 
being  a  member  of  the  Washington  Lodge  Command- 
ery  and  a  Knight  Templar,  and  as  a  business  man  is. 
well  ktiown  in  trade  circles. 


Albert    Bucher,    Sign    Painter,    3 1 1     Shipley 
Street. 

In  the  display  of  his  wares,  the  merchant  needs 
to  employ  the  services  of  some  competent  and  tasteful 
person,  who  is  capable  of  getting  up  something  new 
and  attractive,  in  the  way  of  display.  Such  a  persoiu 
may  be  found  in  Mr.  Albert  Bucher. 

This  gentleman  has  been  in  business  for  the  past 
eight  years,  and  is  one  of  the  most  thoroughly  com- 
petent and  best  sign  painters  in  the  city. 

All  kinds  of  display  work  is  done  in  the  newest 
styles;  also  gilding,  sign  painting,  sign  ornamenting 
and  fancy  work  of  every  description,  such  as  banners, 
flags,  wagon  decoration,  etc. 


agA  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed, 
and  no  pains  are  spared  to  foster  the  interests  of  the 
trade. 

Mr.  Bucher  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  social  as 
well  as  business  circles. 


J.  N.  Eaton,  Plumbing,  Steam   and  Gas  Fitting, 
409  Shipley  Street. 

There  has  been  much  talk  lately  about  sanitary 
plumbing  and  the  rebuilding  of  drains,  and  the  sub- 
ject has  grown  to  such  perfection  that  but  few  have 
been  able  to  keep  up  with  all  the  new  reforms.  Among 
Jthe  few  maybe  mentioned  Mr.  J.  N.  Eaton. 


"This  gentleman  established  business  here  about 
■"three  and  a  half  years  ago. 

The  building  used  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, the  first  floor  being  used  as  an  office,  while 
'the  upper  ones  are  work  rooms. 

Plumbing,  steam  and  gas  fitting  of  all  descriptions 
iis  done.  Eight  capable  assistants  are  constantly  em- 
yployed,  and  no  means  spared  that  will  cater  to  the 
«<demands  of  the  trade. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  195 

Mr.  Eaton  is  a  Marylander  by  birth,  but  has  be- 
come a  Delawarean  by  adoption,  having  lived  here  for 
seventeen  years. 

He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Red 
Men  and  Masonic  Fraternities,  as  well  as  the  vice- 
president  of  the  Plumbers'  Association,  and  commands 
the  respect  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  business  rela- 
tions. 


A.  BuEHivER  &  Company,  Furniture,  513  Shipley 
Street. 

Among  the  leading  and  well  known  business 
liouses  of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may 
be  mentioned  the  establishment  of  Messrs.  A.  Buehler 
&  Company. 

These  gentlemen  established  business  in  Novem- 
ber, 1889,  and  although  new  in  operation  here,  are 
readily  winning  popular  esteem. 

The  building  now  occupied  is  about  20x50  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  is  literally  filled  with  a  large  and 
varied  stock  of  furniture  for  parlor,  dining-room, 
kitchen  and  office,  carpets  of  every  description,  and 
household  goods  generally. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  employed,  and  a  team 
to  deliver  goods  to  all  sections  of  the  city  and  adjacent 
territory. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  Buehler 
and  Jerome  Bason.  Both  gentlemen  are  well  known 
and  highly  respected  in  trade  circles  as  responsible 
dealers,  winning  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom  they 
form  business  relations. 


1^6  Delaware's  Industries. 

Thomas  McComb,  Leather  Bei^ting,  213  Shipi^et 
Street. 

Since  the  introduction  of  so  many  new  labor-saving- 
machines,  the  connections  of  power  have  to  be  kept  in 
mind.  Among  the  best  known  and  most  practical  in 
this  line  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Thos.  McComb,  whO' 
has  the  very  latest  improved  belting  machinery.  This, 
gentleman  started  in  business  about  thirteen  years  ago. 

The  present  large  and  commodious  quarters  were 
obtained  three  years  ago.  They  are  25x100  feet  in 
dimensions,  four  stories  high. 

All  kinds  of  leather  belting  is  manufactured  and 
riveted  or  stitched.  Raw  hide  and  patent  tanned  lacings 
are  also  carried  in  quantities.  Harness  leather  and 
shoe  leather  of  all  kinds  are  also  made.  The  goods 
manufactured  by  this  establishment  are  of  the  highest 
order,  being  fully  guaranteed.  They  can  be  used  when 
the  greatest  care  in  transmission  is  necessary.  Ten 
skilled  workmen  are  employed  in  the  factory. 

Mr.  McComb  is  a  highly- esteemed  and  well-known 
citizen,  and  is  well  known,  socially  and  commercially, 
as  a  responsible  dealer  and  manufacturer. 


Frist  &   Allmon,  Carriage  Builders,  Seventh 
AND  Shipley  Streets. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  specific  industry  in  the  city 
of  Wilmington  that  commands  greater  influence  than 
that  of  carriage  and  wagon  building.  Among  the 
leading  houses  in  this  line  may  be  mentioned  that  of 
Messrs.  Frist  &  Allmon.     This  business  was  established 


Delaware' s   Industries.  197 

•more  than  half  a  century  ago,  under  the  name  of 
Flagor  &  Co.,  who  managed  the  business  for  ten  years, 
and  the  present  firm  succeeded  in  1856. 

The  various  departments  are  equipped  with  every 
facility  known  to  the  trade.  The  building  is  52x65 
feet  in  dimensions,  five  stories  high,  or  about  17,000 
square  feet  of  floor  room.  The  first  floor  is  used  as  a 
showroom,  while  the  upper  floors  are  for  manufacturing. 
The  basement  is  used  as  the  blacksmith  shop. 

Carriages  of  all  kinds  are  turned  out,  but  a  specialty 
is  made  of  light  work,  such  as  surreys,  buggies,  phae- 
tons, etc. 

Fourteen  skilled  workmen  are  constantly  employed 
to  prosecute  the  affairs  of  the  plant. 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs. 
Joel  Frist  and  George  Allmon.  Both  gentlemen  are 
highly  practical  in  this  line,  and  well  known  to  the 
carriage  trade.  They  have  always  been  found  with 
those  whose  policy  is  based  upon  the  strictest  basis  of 
integrity,  and  in  their  line  they  command  the  confi- 
dence of  the  trade  and  are  recognized  as  responsible 
dealers. 


A.  L.  AiNSCow  &  Co.,  Oysters,  707  Shipley  St. 

Among  the  best  known  houses  in  the  city  of  this 
character  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  A.  L. 
Ainscow  &  Co.  This  business  was  established  about 
twenty  3^ears  ago  by  Mr.  A.  I,.  Ainscow,  the  company 
being  added  later. 

The  restaurant  on  Shipley  street  is  about  20x90 
feet  in  dimensions,  with  a  finely-appointed  dining-room 


198 


Delaware' s  Indtistries. 


Delaware's   Industries.  199- 

in  the  rear,  capable  of  seating  a  large  party  of  people 
at  one  time.  The  table  furniture  is  the  finest  possible^ 
and  the  restaurant  is  carried  on  in  the  best  manner. 

A  branch  is  located  at  No.  105  East  Fourth  street,, 
on  the  same  liberal  basis,  and,  b}^  executive  ability  and 
enterprise,  this  houses  sustains  a  well-merited  success. 

Oysters  are  sold  at  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  a 
special  feature  being  made  in  selling  by  the  measure. 

Twenty-five  capable  men  are  employed  in  and  out. 
of  the  building,  and  a  team  is  kept  busy  delivering 
orders  to  the  trade. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  L.  and 
A.  H.  Ainscow  Both  gentlemen  are  well-known 
throughout  the  city  and  state  as  responsible  dealers. 

Mr.  A.  L.  Ainscow  was  formerly  the  deputy  Mar- 
shal under  U.  S.  Marshal  McMuUin,  and  continued 
this  office  under  Marshal  Newlin;  also  formerly  clerk 
of  the  City  Market.  He  has  proven  himself  a  public- 
spirited  citizen,  who  commands  the  esteem  and  good- 
will of  the  community. 


The  Pickels  Stove  and  Heater  Co.,  505  Shiplev 

Street. 

In  the  past  decade  the  perfection  to  which  cooking 
stoves  and  heaters  have  grown  is  something  remark- 
able. A  house  that  has  been  prominent  in  this  line  of 
trade  is  the  Pickels  Stove  and  Heater  Co.  This  con- 
cern was  formed  and  incorporated  in  1884. 

The  building  occupied  is  about  25x40  feet  in 
dimensions  and  fitted  out  with  every  facility  for  the 
prosecution  of  this  business. 


200  Delaware  s  Industries. 

Here  may  be  found  au  enormous  varietj'-  of  heaters, 
ranges  and  stoves  of  all  sorts,  hollow- ware,  etc.  Metal 
roofing  and  spouting  is  also  done  in  the  most  prompt 
manner.  Employment  is  given  to  six  skilled  work- 
men at  all  times,  and  more  according  to  the  season. 

The  firm  is  composed  of  Z.  Pickels,  President  and 
Superintendent,  and  F.  J.  Pickels,  Secretary  and 
Treasurer,  These  gentlemen  are  both  well-known 
citizens  and  form  an  estimable  twain  of  successful  and 
enterprising  business  men. 


C  P.  Maroney,  Harness  and  Saddlery,  509  Ship- 
ley Street. 

Horse  furnishings  have  grown  to  such  perfection 
in  the  past  few  years  that  but  few  houses  have  been 
able  to  keep  up  with  the  demand  for  new  and  attractive 
styles.  Among  the  most  prominent  in  this  section  may 
be  mentioned  Mr.  C.  P.  Maroney.  This  gentleman 
opened  business  twenty  years  ago  in  a  much  smaller 
store.  The  present  quarters  were  taken  about  seven 
years  ago;  the  dimensions  are  20x90  feet,  two  floors 
being  used.  Harness,  saddlery,  blankets  and  horse 
furniture  in  general  is  kept.  Trunks,  valises  and  bags 
are  also  handled  extensively. 

Four  capable  assistants  are  employed  to  further  the 
interests  of  a  substantial  patronage. 

Mr.  Maroney  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  a  prominent  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows 
and  Knights  of  Pythias,  and  respected  in  social  as  well 
as  trade  circles  generally. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  201 

Charles  Stewart,  Plumber  and  Gas  Fitter,  508 
Shipley  Street. 

Among  the  best  known  and  most  prominent 
houses  of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may 
"be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  Charles  Stewart. 

This  gentleman  has  been  in  business  for  the  past 
fifteen  years,  and  is  a  thoroughly  practical  and  capable 
man  in  this  line,  and  by  assiduous  attention  to  details, 
and  a  thorough  personal  inspection  of  all  work  ema- 
nating from  his  establishment,  he  commands  a  fine 
and  substantial  trade. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
■out  with  all  the  facilities  for  the  pursuance  of  the  busi- 
ness.    The  shop  is  in  the  rear. 

All  kinds  of  plumbing,  steam  and  gas  fitting  is 
attended  to  at  the  shortest  notice,  and  no  pains  spared 
to  fulfill  the  demands  of  a  select  patronage  Special 
attention  is  paid  to  drainage  and  sanitary  work. 

Ten  skilled  workmen  are  constantly  employed  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Stewart  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
-many  years.  He  is  prominently  identified  with  all 
movements  looking  toward  the  city's  welfare. 


J.  T.  Gardner,  Restaurant,  Seventh  and  Ship- 
ley Streets. 

Among  the  best  known  and  most  prominent  res- 
taurants in  the  city  of  Wilmington  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  the  gentleman  whose  name  heads  this 
article. 


202  Delaware's   Industries. 

This  business  was  originally  established  about 
thirty  years  ago,  and  the  present  large  and  commodious 
quarters  were  obtained  about  seventeen  years  back 

The  building  is  about  17x100  feet  in  area,  with 
two  handsome  dining  rooms,  one  down  stairs  and  one 
up  stairs,  both  seating  upwards  of  from  125  to  \^<y 
people,  and  although  equipped  with  every  convenience 
for  the  facilitation  of  business,  Mr.  Gardner  contem- 
plates making  extensive  alterations  to  meet  the  de- 
mands of  an  urgent  and  select  trade. 

Oysters,  game  and  all  kinds  of  chops  may  be  ob- 
tained during  the  season.  Families  supplied  with  the 
bivalves,  and  no  means  spared  to  further  the  interests 
of  the  patrons  all  over  the  city. 

In  the  summer  months  another  feature  is  added, 
that  of  making  ice  cream.  A  huge  ice  cream  manu- 
factory is  kept  in  operation,  which,  during  the  busy 
season,  has  the  immense  capacity  of  300  gallons  of  this 
delicious  refreshment  daily. 

Ice  cream  is  sold  at  wholesale  as  well  as  retail^ 
the  trade  in  this  being  all  over  the  State  and  surround- 
ing territory. 

To  successfully  prosecute  this  business  fifteem 
capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed,  and  every 
facility  is  at  hand  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of  the 
largest  orders. 

Mr.  J.  T.  Gardner,  the  former  head  of  the  firm,  is 
now  deceased,  and  since  March,  1889,  the  business  has- 
been  under  the  management  of  his  son,  Mr.  F.  H.  Gard- 
ner, an  enterprising  and  active  young  business  man,, 
commanding  the  confidence  of  the  community  for  integ- 
rity of  purpose. 


Delaware  s   hidiisiries.  203; 

Frank  A.  Mitchell,  Roofing  and  Iron  Work  of 
Every  Description,  413  Shipley  Street. 

The  building  interests  have  increased  to  such  an 
extent  lately  that  many  new  houses  have  opened  in 
this  line.  Among  the  most  prominent  may  be  men- 
tioned that  of  Mr.  Frank  A.  Mitchell 

This  gentleman  learned  the  business  some  eighteeni 
years  ago,  but  went  into  the  employ'  of  the  Pennsylva- 
nia Railroad.  He  retired  from  their  employ  on  the 
first  of  April,  1890,  and  opened  the  present  establish- 
ment. 

The  building,  fitted  out  with  all  the  facilities,  is- 
about  20x80  feet  in  dimensions,  the  second  floor  being 
used  as  a  shop 

On  the  P.  W.  &  B.,  and  Wilmington  and  Northern 
R.  R.,  are  situated  slate  aud  gravel  yards.  Slag,  plastic 
and  tin  roofing  of  every  description,  as  well  as  sheet 
and  galvanized  iron  work,  is  attended  to  in  all  its  de- 
tails. 

This  firm  are  the  agents  for  the  Glen  more  heater, 
which  is  one  of  the  best  in  the  market. 

From  twenty  to  twenty-five  skilled  workmen  are 
constantly  employed  and  three  teams  are  utilized  in  the 
prosecution  of  the  business. 

Mr.  Mitchell  is  a  native  of  Wilmington.  He  is 
an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Master  Build- 
ers' Exchange. 

As  a  business  man  he  commands  the  confidence  of 
the  community  for  his  executive  ability,  and  well 
merits  the  esteem  in  which  he  is  held. 


204 


Delaware  s   hidustnes. 


Oillespie  &  Co.,  plumbers,  503  Shipley  st. 
Miller  &  Jenkins,  plumbers,  617  Shipley  st. 
G.  Worrell,  carpets,  5th  and  Shipley  sts. 
Crossley  &  Co.,  furniture,   623  Shipley  st. 
S.  H.  Wilson,  coach  hardware,  3d  and  Shipley  sts. 
Hiram  Yerger,  harness,  407  Shipley  st. 
Thomas  Thorp,  grain,  Front  and  Shipley  sts. 
Robert  Hutton,  plumber,  231  Shipley  st. 
Kent  Iron  and  Hardware  Co.,  203  Shipley  st, 
M.  E.  Smith,  watchmaker,  2d  and  Shipley  sts. 


Delaware  s   Industries.  205 


Chapter  VI. 


John  R.  Mark,  Commission  Merchant,  106  East 

Second  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  any  better  or  more  favorably 
known  house  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  Mr.  John 
R.  Marr. 

This  business  was  established  here  in  1865,  under 
the  name  of  Carey  &  Marr,  the  present  owner  purchas- 
ing the  interest  of  Mr.  Carey  some  time  afterward. 
The  store  is  30  x  60  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  in  the 
most  convenient  manner. 

A  general  commission  business  is  carried  on,  and 
wholesale  and  retail  dealings  in  flour,  grain,  hay  and 
feed,  rock  salt,  wheel  grease  and  everything  in  this 
line. 

Four  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed,, 
and  two  teams  are  kept  busy  delivering  and  hauling 
merchandise.  The  trade  is  extensive,  and  reaches 
all  over  portions  of  the  peninsula  and  adjoining  terri- 
tory. 

Mr.  Marr  is  a  native  of  Wilmington,  and  has 
always  had  the  best  interests  of  the  city  at  heart.  He 
is  an  active  member  of  the  Lafayette  Lodge  of  Masons, 
and  commands  the  confidence  of  the  trade  as  a  reliable 
dealer. 


2o6  Delaware  s   Indiistrtes. 


THOS.  GRINSELI.,  S.  E.  COB.  SECOND  AXD  OKANGE  STREETS. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  207 

Thos.  Grinsell,  Furniture  and  Carpets,  South- 
east Corner  Second  and  Orange  Sts. 

Among  the  best  known  houses  of  this  character 
in  this  section  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  Thomas 
Orinsell. 

This  gentleman  estabHshed  business  about  six 
years  ago,  in  a  much  smaller  way,  and  by  dint  of  en- 
ergy and  consecutive  business  ability  has  won  the 
confidence  of  the  trade. 

The  present  quarters  were  obtained  about  four 
years  ago.  The  building  now  occupied  is  three  floors 
in  height,  and  contains  about  8,000  square  feet  of  floor 
room.  It  is  literally  filled  with  a  full  stock  of  furni- 
ture, carpets,  oil  cloths,  bedding,  stoves,  rugs,  clocks, 
silver  ware,  hanging  lamps,  pictures,  baby  carriages, 
chairs  of  endless  variety,  fancy  bric-a-brac,  wall  orna- 
ments, and,  in  fact,  everything  in  the  way  of  furnish- 
ing a  house  except  dishes  and  glass  ware. 

The  business  requires  the  employment  of  five 
assistants,  and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders  all 
over  the  city  and  adjoining  territory.  The  trade  done 
is  very  large,  extending  all  over  the  county.  Goods 
are  sold  for  cash  and  on  installments,  enabling  any  one 
to  take  advantage  of  the  inducements  offered. 

Mr.  Grinsell  is  an  Englishman  by  birth.  He  has 
been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  nine  years.  He  is  an 
active  member  of  the  Ancient  Order  of  United  Work- 
men, and  as  a  business  man  is  recognized  as  a  respon- 
sible dealer. 


2o8  Delaware's    Industries. 

E.  Wyatt,  Dry  Goods  and  Notions,  Second  and» 

Orange  Streets. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known 
houses  in  this  vicinity  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr. 
E.  Wyatt.  This  gentleman  originally  opened  about 
ten  years  ago,  and  about  seven  years  after,  the  change 
was  made  to  the  store  now  occupied,  the  dimensions  of 
which  are  28x40,  the  first  floor  being  used  as  a  show- 
room, while  the  second  is  used  to  keep  duplicate 
stock  in. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  an 
extensive  line  of  all  kinds  of  dress  goods,  cottons, 
domestics  in  plain  and  colored  designs,  notions^ 
hosiery,  underwear,  neckwear,  and  in  fact  almost 
everything  that  could  possibly  be  classed  as  dry  goods 
and  notions. 

The  services  of  three  young  ladies  are  called  into 
constant  requisition,  and  every  facility  is  at  hand  for 
the  prompt  fulfillment  of  orders. 

Mr.  Wyatt  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  has  been 
a  resident  of  the  city  for  the  past  twenty  years,  hav- 
ing, during  his  business  career,  won  the  reputation 
of  a  reliable  dealer. 


S.    H.    DuRSTEiN,   Cigars   and   Tobacco,    5   East 

Sec    nd  Street. 

The  is  nothing  that  so  touches  the  palate  of  an 
average  man  as  the  fumes  of  a  good  cigar.  Among 
the  places  in  this  section  where  such  an  article  can  be 
obtained  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  S.  H.  Dur- 
stein. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  209 

This  gentleman  originally  established  business  in 
1882,  in  a  much  smaller  way,  and  by  enterprise  has 
extended  its  domain.  The  present  change  was  made 
in  August,  1889,  and  he  now  occupies  a  store  which 
is  about  25  X  50  feet  in  dimensions,  and  furnished  in 
the  best  manner,  carrying  a  very  heavy  and  full  line 
of  cigars  and  tobacco.  Smokers'  articles  of  every 
variety  and  brand,  pipes,  snuflf  and  cigarettes  are  kept 
in  great  variety. 

The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  and  ex- 
tends over  a  considerable  portion  of  the  peninsula  and 
adjoining  States. 

The  business  gives  employment  to  four  capable 
assistants,  besides  four  cigar  makers,  and  the  average 
capacity  of  the  factory  is  32,000  cigars  monthly.  The 
flavor  and  general  excellence  of  these  goods  are  appre- 
ciated by  the  trade  everywhere. 

Mr.  Durstein  is  a  nativ^e  of  Pennsylvania,  but  has 
lived  here  some  time.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the 
Knights  of  Pythias  and  the  Iron  Hall,  and  is  recog- 
nized as  a  reliable  dealer  in  trade  circles. 


Miss  S.  Brady,  Millinery  Goods  and  Trimmings,. 
I  West  Second  St. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  store  in  this  section  of  the 
city  that  has  become  as  well  known  in  such  a  short 
time  as  that  of  Miss  S.  Brady. 

This  estimable  young  lady  opened  business  here 
last  November,  and  since  the  starting,  the  trade  has 
been    growing  steadily,    due    to    consistent    business 


:2io  Delaware' s  Industries. 

^methods  and.  an  earnest  desire  to  further  the  demands 
■  of  a  select  trade. 

The  store  is  about  25x20  feet  in  dimensions.     It  is 
.fitted  nicely  and  in  the  most  appropriate  manner. 


Everything  that  can  possibly  pertain  to  a  first 
class  stock  of  millinery  goods  can  be  obtained  here,  in 
the  way  of  felt,  cloth  and  straw  head  wear,  besides  a 
fine  line  of  trimmings,  birds,  flowers,  feathers,  ribbons, 
beads,  etc. 

Newest  shapes  and  styles  in  hats  and  bonnets,  as 
well  as  a  large  supply  of  materials  of  every  descrip- 
tion, are  to  be  had. 

Three  capable  young  ladies  are  given  employment 
in    the   prosecution  of   the    business,    and   no  means 
-spared  in  the  faithful  execution  of  orders. 

Miss  Brady  is  a  native  of  the  State.  She  is  well 
'known  socially,  as  well  as  in  a  business  way,  and  as  a 
;  milliner  has,  by  dint  of  practical  experience  and  a 
■.natural  aptitude  for  this  artistic  pursuit,  won  the  es- 
•^et- ni  :i;)d  confidence  of  the  community. 


Delaware's  Industries.  211 

Blocksom  &  Spear,  Druggists,  N.  B.  Cor.  Second 
AND  West  Streets. 

Certainly  the  finest  and  most  beautiful  store  in 
this  city,  devoting  its  energies  to  the  drug  trade,  is 
that  of  Messrs.  Blocksom  &  Spear, 

This  firm  opened  business  here  about  three  years 
ago,  and  have  established  one  of  the  largest  retail 
drug  businesses  in  the  city. 

It  is  one  of  the  finest  stores  in  the  city,  the  finish- 
ings being  all  in  ash,  with  a  very  large  and  commo- 
dious laboratory  in  the  rear.  A  very  handsome  5oda 
fountain  is  kept  running. 

The  dimensions  of  the  store  are  about  28x40  feet. 
A  large  stock  of  drugs,  patent  medicines,  fancy  toilet 
articles,  etc.,  are  kept.  A  specialty  is  made  of  filling 
physicians'  prescriptions.  A  choice  selection  of  im- 
ported and  domestic  cigars  is  also  carried  on  hand. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Dr.  Blocksom,  a 
graduate  of  the  Jefferson  Medical  College,  who  has, 
in  connection  with  this  business,  a  lucrative  prac- 
tice, and  Mr.  O.  C.  Spear,  a  graduate  of  the  Philadel- 
phia College  of  Pharmacy. 

Both  gentlemen  are  well  known  in  this  branch  of 
trade. 


Millard    F.    Davis,    Jeweler,    9    East    Second 
Street. 

There  has  been  such  a  large  demand  of  late  years 
for  articles  of  personal  adornment,  that  but  few  dealers 
have  been  able  to  keep  up   with  the  deman 


212  Delaware's  Industries 

trade;  among  those  who  have,  however,  may  be  men- 
tioned  Mr,  Millard  F.  Davis. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  here  about  eleven 
years  ago,  and  has  since  continued  most  successfully. 

The  store  is  about  12x40  feet  in  dimensions;  it  is 
fitted  in  the  nicest  manner  and  with  great  taste.  Jew- 
elry, watches,  clocks  and  silverware  of  all  kinds  and 
varieties  is  shown.  Repairing  of  fine  work  is  done 
with  especial  care.  Three  skilled  assistants  are  em- 
ployed. 

Mr.  Davis  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  Wil- 
mington; he  is  well  and  favorably  known. 

He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  various 
organizations,  among  them  the  Odd  Fellows,  Roj^al 
Arcanum,  Fraternal  Circle  and  the  Knights  of  Pythias. 


C.  Weyl,  Bakery,  7  East  Second  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  or  more  favorably  known 
establishment  of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the 
city  than  that  of  Mr.  C.  Weyl. 

This  business  was  established  here  in  1866,  and 
has,  since  that  time,  been  one  of  the  most  successful 
in  this  neighborhood. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
fitted  in  the  nicest  and  best  manner.  The  bake-house 
is  located  in  the  rear. 

Cakes,  pies  and  bread  of  all  kinds  are  made.  Ice 
cream  is  also  handled  extensively.  Five  capable  per- 
sons are  given  constant  employment,  and  a  team  is 
kept  to  serve  bread  to  the  regular  customers. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  213 

Mr.  Weyl  is  now  deceased,  but  the  business  is 
managed  by  his  wife  and  son,  who  are  both  thoroughly 
familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  business. 


IvOVELL  &    Work,   Grocers,    501   West    Second 
Street. 

There  is  not  an  older  or  better  established  dis- 
penser of  provender  than  that  of  Messrs  I/)vell  & 
Work. 

This  place  was  originally  opened  eighteen  years 
ago,  and  after  passing  through  various  hands,  came 
under  the  direct  management  of  the  present  proprie- 
tors about  three  years  ago. 

The  store  is  about  25x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  literally  filled  with  a  varied  stock  of  fancy  and  staple 
groceries,  fresh  fruits,  vegetables,  salt  and  fresh 
meats,  and,  in  fact,  everything  in  this  line. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  employed;  goods  are 
delivered  to  any  portion  of  the  city,  free  of  all  cost  to 
the  consumer. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wm.  F. 
Lovell  and  Stidham  Work.  Both  gentlemen  are 
3'oung  and  enterprising,  and  are  pushing  the  business 
all  that  is  possible. 

Mr.  lyovell  is  an  active  member  of  the  Junior 
Order  of  American  Mechanics  and  also  of  the  Odd 
Fellows. 

Mr.  Work  is  a  prominent  member  of  the  Junior 
Order  of  American  Mechanics  and  the  Knights  ot 
Golden  Eagle. 


214  Delaware's  Industries. 

HuKiLL  &  PoiST,   Notions    and  Trimmings,    228 
West  Second  Street. 

There  is  scarcel}'  a  better  or  more  favorably  known 
store  in  this  vicinity  than  that  of  the  Misses  Hukill 
&  Poist. 

This  business  was  established  about  eight  years 
ago,  by  the  same  firm  that  now  manage  it. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  workroom  in  the  rear.  It  is  nicely  fitted,  and  is  lit- 
erally filled  with  a  large  stock  of  dry  goods,  notions, 
trimmings,  fancy  goods  and  small  ware. 

A  specialty  is  the  manufacture  of  infants'  and 
children's  clothing  and  caps,  which  is  done  in  the 
most  tastely  and  beautiful  manner.  Stamping  and 
pinking  of  all  descriptions  is  executed  most  neatlj^  and 
at  the  shortest  notice. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Miss  Emma  E. 
Hukill  and  Miss  Adelaide  Poist.  Both  ladies  have  had 
a  large  experience  in  this  line,  and  are  thoroughly 
competent  to  supply  the  demands  of  the  most  fas- 
tidious. 


C.  I/.  Simmons,  Grocer,  Second  and  Popear  and 
Eighth  and  Jackson  Streets. 

This  section  of  the  cit}'-  is  not  possessed  of  a  more 
enterprising  or  live  man  than  Mr.  C.  L,.  Simmons. 

About  eight  years  ago  this  gentleman  opened  a 
store  at  Second  and  Poplar  streets,  and  gradually,  as 
the  business  kept  growing,  a  branch  was  added  at 
Jackson  streets. 


Delawaj'e'  s    Indtislries.  215 

They  are  both  good  sized  stores,  each  being  about 
20x35  feet  in  dimension. 

In    each    establishment    is   to    be   found    a  full 
line  of  groceries  and  provisions,    fine    teas,    coffe^s,. 
and  spices,  canned  and  dried   fruits,   table  delicacies, 
toilet  and  kitchen  supplies,  and  everything  a  first-class- 
stock  embraces. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  ship  stores,  etc.,  a  large 
trade  being  done  in  this  branch  of  business. 

The  constant  services  of  six  capable  men  are  re- 
quired and  three  teams  are  kept  busy  delivering, 
orders. 

Mr.  Simmons  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this 
State.  In  addition  to  the  two  stores  that  he  operates 
he  is  a  member  of  the  firm  of  Carver  &  Simmons,  a 
prominent  lumber  firm  in  Brand5''wine  Hundred.  He 
is  an  active  member  of  the  Board  of  Trade,  the  Red 
Men,  the  Masons  and  Heptasophs.  and  commands  the 
esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  business  or  social 
relations. 


G.  W.  Evans  &  Co.,  Wall  Papers  and  Decora- 
tions, 209  W.  Second  Street. 
The  rage  for  decorations  in  our  household  has 
grown  to  enormous  proportions  and  has  reached  as 
near  perfection  as  is  possible.  Among  the  most  favor- 
ably known  persons  in  this  section,  engaged  in  that 
line,  may  be  mentioned  Messrs.  G.  W.  Evans  &  Co. 

These  gentlemen  have  been  in  business  for  the 
past  four  years,  and  have  obtained  a  very  large  share 
of  the  trade,  due  to  consistent  business  methods. 


2i6  Delaware' s  Industries. 

The  store  is  about  20x35  feet  in  dimensions.  A 
very  choice  selection  of  wall  papers  is  shown,  from 
the  cheaper  to  the  most  elaborate  designs. 

Window  shades  of  all  styles  and  kinds  are  kept, 
special  sizes  being  cut  to  order. 

When  running  normally  the  business  gives  em- 
ployment to  seven  skilled  workmen,  under  the  per- 
sonal supervision  of  the  proprietors  themselves,  thus 
assuring  satisfaction. 

Mr.  Evans  is  a  native  of  the  city  and  is  very  well 
known  in  this  line  of  trade,  commanding  the  esteem  of 
all  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


Ceo.  H.  Huber,  Ice  Cream  and  Cakes,  Second  and 
Madison  Streets. 

There  is  not  a  place  in  this  section  of  the  city  that 
receives  a  larger  share  of  patronage  than  that  of  Mr. 
Oeorge  Huber.  This  gentleman  started  in  business  at 
Third  and  Jefferson  streets  about  six  years  ago.  The 
present  handsome  quarters  were  taken  in  December, 
1889,  and  were  built  expressly  for  the  business  con- 
ducted. 

The  building  is  about  20  feet  front,  with  a  good 
depth.  The  front  is  used  as  a  store,  while  imme- 
diately in  the  rear  is  a  very  handsome  ice  cream  saloon. 
A  room  is  used  on  the  second  floor  for  the  same  pur- 
pose. These  are  attractively  fitted  up  for  the  accom- 
modation of  patrons. 

The  bake  house  is  in  the  basement,  and  fitted  out 
with  all  the  facilities  known  to  the  trade.     A  specialty 


Delaware's   Industries.  217 

is  made  of  serving  parties,  weddings,  balls,  receptions, 
•etc.,  with  fancy  cakes  and  ice  cream. 

Six  skilled  men  and  two  teams  are  employed  to 
•deliver  bread  to  the  regular  customers. 

Mr.  Huber  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  the 
past  six  years.  He  is  active  and  energetic  and  among 
the  most  successful  men  in  this  section,  and  well  merits 
the  success  attending  his  efforts. 


E.  L.  Rice,  Grocer,  N.  W.  cor.  Second  and  Tat- 
NALi,  Streets. 

There  is  perhaps  not  a  more  favorably  known 
store  in  this  section  of  the  city  than  that  of  Mr.  E.  ly. 
Rice.  This  business  was  originally  established  as 
Messrs.  Rice  &  Mote,  about  fifteen  years  ago,  and  in 
January,  1890,  Mr.  Mote  retired,  leaving  Mr.  Rice  in 
full  charge. 

The  store  used  for  business  purposes  is  about  20X 
40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  the  basement  is  utilized  as  a 
storage  room  for  duplicate  stock. 

A  general  line  of  fine  groceries  is  kept.  Meats  and 
provisions  are  also  handled  extensively.  Teas,  coffees, 
spices,  canned  and  bottled  goods,  table  and  kitchen 
requisites,  etc. 

Two  capable  assistants  are  constantly  employed  to 
further  the  interests  of  the  customer,  and  a  team  is 
kept  to  deliver  goods  throughout  the  city,  orders  being 
sent  to  all  parts  free  of  charge. 

Mr.  Rice  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city, 
and  is  well  known,  socially  as  well  as  commercially. 


2i8  Delaware's    Industries. 

Walter  Joseph,  House  and  Sign  Painter,  603  W. 

Second  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  known  or  more  favor- 
ably spoken  of  man  in  this  line  of  trade  than  Mr.  Wal- 
ter Joseph.  This  gentleman  originally  established 
business  about  seven  years  ago,  and  the  trade  has  been 
on  the  steady  increase  every  year  since  the  inception, 
due  to  consistent  management  and  careful  attention  to 
every  detail  of  the  business. 

The  building  used  is  about  16x90  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, with  a  side  yard  about  fifteen  feet  wide,  utilized 
for  the  storage  of  wagons,  ladders  and  other  acces- 
sories. 

House  painting  and  decorations  of  all  kinds  is  ex- 
ecuted in  the  best  manner.  All  work  emanating  from 
the  premises  is  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the 
proprietor  himself,  thus  assuring  the"  best  service.  Sign 
painting  is  done  in  the  newest  and  most  attractive 
styles,  lettering,  sign  writing,  frescoing,  etc. 

When  the  trade  is  normal  the  business  gives  em- 
ployment to  twelve  skilled  workmen, 

Mr.  Joseph  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city. 
He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Red  Men 
and  stands  well  in  social  as  well  as  business  circles. 


Spear,  Spruance  &  Co.,  Druggists,  Second  and 
Monroe  Streets. 

Everyone  knows  the  necessity  of  a  skillful  drug- 
gist to  an  enlightened  community.  Among  those  enjoy- 
ing the  entire  confidence  of  both  the  physicians  and 


Delaware' s    Industries.  219 

residents  of  this  section  may  be  mentioned  Messrs. 
Spear,  Spruance  &  Co.  These  gentlemen  opened  this 
establishment  February  26th,  1890,  and  since  the  in- 
ception it  has  met  with  much  success. 

The  store  is  20x35  feet  in  dimensions,  handsomely 
fitted,  with  a  laboratory  in  the  rear.  This  is  under  the 
personal  supervision  of  Mr.  Spruance  himself,  a  gradu- 
ate in  pharmacy  and  a  registered  pharmacist  of  ex- 
perience. 

A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  drugs,  patent 
medicines  and  chemicals  of  all  kinds.  Fancy  toilet 
articles  are  kept  in  great  profusion.  Herbs,  teas, 
barks,  physicians'  and  surgeons'  appliances. 

Two  clerks  are  constantly  employed  to  facilitate 
the  progress  of  the  establishment. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  O.  C.  Spear 
and  J.  Harvey  Spruance.  Both  gentlemen  graduated 
from  the  Philadelphia  College  of  Pharmacy.  They  are 
"pushers"  and  are  fast  approaching  the  goal  of  assured 
success,  winning  the  esteem  of  those  with  whom  they 
form  business  relations. 


Rosin  &  Bro.,  Wali,  Papers  and  Window  Shades, 
218  AND  220  West  Second  St. 

The  improvements  in  designs  and  fittings  in  this 
line  of  trade  has  been  something  phenomenal,  and  but 
few  houses  have  been  able  to  keep  apace  with  the  ever 
varying  and  ceaseless  changes. 

Perhaps  none  have  been  more  successful  than  the 
firm  of  Rosin  &  Bro.     These  gentlemen  started  in  1876 


220 


Delaware's   Industries. 


at  220  West  Second  street,  and  the  business  kept 
growing  at  such  a  rate  that  in  1888  the  store  next  door 
was  taken,  and  the  two  thrown  into  one,  making  a  very- 
handsome  store  about  40x75  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a 


workroom  in  the  rear ;  this  is  fitted  out  with  all  the 
tools  and  facilities  known  to  the  trade.  Telephone 
No.  469  is  used  and  no  means  spared  to  fulfill  the 
largest  orders.  All  kinds  of  contracts  are  entered  into 
for  papering,  frescoing,  tinting,  room  mouldings  and 
decorating  of  every  description. 

To  successfully  prosecute  the  trade  centered,  from 
twelve  to  fifteen  skilled  hands  are  employed  during  the 
season. 


Delaware's   Industries.  221 

In  the  store  is  a  novel  book  cabinet  about  8x10 
feet  in  size,  containing  eight  leaves,  or  sixteen  pages; 
each  page  portrays  a  different  design  in  wall  and  ceiling 
papers,  and  the  prospective  purchaser  can,  by  this 
means,  see  the  exact  effect  of  the  paper  as  it  appears 
on  the  wall.  This  is  the  only  store  in  Wilmington 
using  the  Tinkham  shade  exhibitor,  and  to  appreciate 
the  hangings  of  curtains, etc. ,  the  visitor  can  at  a  glance 
see  what  he  wants  and  how  shades  look  when  hung. 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs. 
Frank  P.  and  Theo.  Rosin.  Both  gentlemen  are  prac- 
tical men,  are  extremely  well-known  in  the  city  for 
their  executive  ability  and  an  earnest  desire  to  further 
the  interests  of  the  patron. 

Mr.  Frank  P.  Rosin  is  a  prominent  and  active 
member  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. ,  while  Mr.  Theo.  takes  an 
interest  in  the  Order  of  the  Golden  Chain  and  the  Red 
Cross  Society.  As  business  men  they  are  recognized 
as  reliable  dealers. 


L.  ly.  Messick,  Furniture  and  Carpets,  423  and 
425  West  Second  St. 

Another  large  establishment  has  been  opened  in 
this  vicinity  in  the  past  year.  We  speak  in  reference 
to  the  store  of  Mr.  L.  L-  Messick.  This  gentleman 
originally  established  in  a  very  small  way  about  five 
years  ago,  and  the  trade  kept  growing  until  it  has 
reached  large  proportions. 

The  site  occupied  was  formerly  the  Union  M.  E. 
Church,  which  was  erected  in    1840.     This  building 


222  Delaware' s   Indtcstries. 

was  torn  down  and  the  present  stores  were  erected  by 
himself,  at  an  expense  of  about  $9,500,  and  occupied 
in  December,  1888. 

Two  stores  are  used,  with  dimensions  of  about 
45x68  feet.  They  are  both  furnished  in  the  neatest 
and  most  commodious  manner.  In  one  is  to  be  found 
a  full  line  of  fine  furniture,  carpets,  matting,  bedding 
and  general  house  furnishing  goods,  while  in  the  other 
is  carried  a  full  line  of  dry  goods,  men's  furnishings 
and  notions.  Several  capable  assistants  are  employed 
and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Messick  is  a  nativ^e  of  Germany,  but  has  been 
a  citizen  of  Wilmington  for  thirty-seven  years.  He  is 
a  judge  of  the  elections  in  this  district.  He  is  a  mem- 
ber of  the  Knights  of  St.  Lawrence  and  various  other 
societies. 


E.  K.  Crawford,  shoes,  6  West  2d  st. 

H.  B.  Gillespie  &  Co.,  grocers,  3  East  2d  st. 

Julius  Gunther,  bakery,  217  West  2d  st. 

McBride  &  Carter,  coppersmiths,  107  East  2d  st. 

Ragey  &  Usiner,  dry  goods,  W.  2d  st. 

D.  McCusker,  boots  and  shoes,  216  West  2d  st. 

G.  H.  Marple,  shoes,  8  West  2d  st. 

H.  E.  Reed,  china,  15  East  2d  st. 

M.  Wachtel,  hats  and  caps,  2  West  2d  st. 

Carver  &  Simmons,  saw  mill,  ofiice  at  2d  and  Poplar. 

Sam'l  Kerns,  carriages,  2d  and  French  sts. 

D.  &  G.  Pharmacy,  2d  and  Jefferson  sts. 

Robt.  E.  Schuyler,  cigars,  4  East  2d  st. 

Harry  D.  Halt,  wall  papers,  213  West  2d  st. 


Delaware' s   Jndiistrtes.  223 


Chapter   VII 


The    Wilmington    Manufacturing    Co.,    Third 
AND  Orange  Sts. 

The  largest  establishment  devoted  exclusively  to 
-wood  working  in  this  city  is  the  Wilmington  Manu- 
facturing Co. 

This  concern  is  the  direct  outcome  of  the  Springer, 
Morley  &  Gause  Co.,  who  were  established  in  1866, 
the  present  firm  succeeding  in  the  spring  of  1890. 

The  plant  occupies  a  building  82x132  feet  in 
dimensions,  four  floors  and  a  basement  being  used. 
The  newest  and  best  machinery  is  used.  The  product 
of  the  house  consists  of  all  kinds  of  mill  work,  sash 
doors,  blinds,  newels,  balustrades,  etc.  Wheels  of  all 
kinds  are  made  for  the  trade.  Constant  employment 
is  given  to  about  sixty  skilled  workmen. 

The  business  is  under  the  management  of  Mr.  I^. 
R.  Springer,  a  very  capable  man  in  this  line,  having 
spent  nearly  all  his  life  at  the  business.  He  is  practi- 
cal in  all  its  workings,  and  one  of  the  best  men  of  this 
kind  in  the  city.  The  firm  have  the  reputation  of 
turning  out  the  highest  grades  of  wheels,  and  are 
known  to  the  trade  in  all  the  surrounding  country  as 
a  very  good  quality. 


224  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Kennebbc  Ice  and  Coal  Co.  ,  Office,  Second  and 
King  Sts. 

Without  a  doubt,  the  largest  establishment  of  this 
kind  in  the  State  is  the  Kennebec  Ice  and  Coal  Co. 

This  concern  is  the  result  of  an  amalgamation  of 
the  enterprises  formerly  under  the  management  of 
Messrs.  Walton  Bros,  and  Jacob  Pusey.  The  incorpo- 
ration was  formed  in  1880. 

The  capacity  is  very  large.  Enormous  storage 
houses  and  coal  sheds  have  been  erected  on  the  south 
side  of  Third  street  bridge,  with  a  storage  capacity  that 
is  more  than  enough  to  meet  all  the  demands  of  their 
trade. 

The  ice  sold  is  largely  Eastern.  A  small  quantity, 
however,  is  obtained  some  years  from  the  Brandywine 
and  other  streams  that  are  free  from  deleterious  sub- 
stances. Employment  is  given  to  from  100  to  200 
men,  according  to  the  season  of  the  year.  Thirty 
wagons  are  in  constant  use. 

The  officers  are  :  Mr.  Harland  Gause,  President ; 
E.  T.  Walton,  Treasurer,  and  Miller  Stradley,  Secre- 
tary, these  gentlemen  forming  one  of  the  most  esti- 
mable triumvirates  of  successful  business  men. 


P.  Ebner,  Bottler  ;  Depot,  309  French  Street  , 
Works,  Fourth  and  Union  Streets. 

The   bottling  business   in  this  city   has   a  very 

strong  exponent  in  the  establishment  of  Mr.  P.  Ebner. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  in  this  city  two  years 

go,  and  since  the   inception  has  been   given   every 


Delaware' s   Industries.  225 

assurance  of  success,  due  to  consistent  business  meth- 
ods and  attention  to  details. 

The  premises  occupied  at  the  works  are  about  95 
X  80  feet  in  dimensions,  with  a  large  building  erected 
upon  them.  All  the  newest  and  best  machinery  is 
used,  and  the  product  turned  out  is  all  kinds  of  mineral 
water,  soda,  sarsaparilla,  ginger  root  beer,  tonic,  rasp- 
berry and  all  soft  drinks.  Lager  beer,  porter  and  weiss 
beer  are  also  put  up,  the  average  capacity  being  about 
2,000  dozen  bottles  per  week.  From  twelve  to  fifteen 
skilled  operatives  and  four  teams  are  kept  to  deliver 
orders  all  over  the  city  and  surrounding  territory. 

Mr,  Ebner  has  been  a  well-known  resident  of 
the  city  for  some  time.  The  business  carried  on  by" 
him  is  one  of  the  largest  in  this  line  in  the  city. 


T.  J.  Talley,  WH0LESA1.E  Lumber,  ii4>^  French 
Street. 

The  building  interests  of  Wilmington  are  of 
such  a  great  extent  that  there  are  many  dealers  in 
supplies  located  here.  Among  the  most  prominent 
may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Thos.  J.  Talley.  This  gentle- 
man opened  business  here  six  years  ago,  and  from 
its  first  inception  has  met  with  every  assurance  of 
success,  due  to  consecutive  business  methods  and  a 
prompt  fulfillment  of  the  demands  of  the  trade. 

The  trade  done  is  wholesale  lumber  exclusiv^ely, 
car  loads  and  large  lots  being  sold  all  over  this  section, 
as  well  as  in  New  York,  Philadelphia,  the  States  of 
New  Jersey,  Pennsylvania,  Maryland,  etc. 


226  Delaware" s  Indiistries 

Mr.  Talley  purchases  from  manufacturers,  and  sells 
direct  to  dealers,  and  with  the  best  trade  connections, 
shipping-  facilities,  etc. ,  is  enabled  to  supply  stock  to  the 
dealer  at  the  lowest  quotations.  Every  description  of 
poplar,  white  pine,  hemlock,  white  oak,  ship  and  car 
lumber,  and  pine  piling  are  the  principal  products  han- 
dled, as  well  as  other  grades  of  lumber.  This  house  has 
the  agency  for  the  Siddell  &  Hastings  Co.  charcoal,  and 
an  extensive  trade  is  prosecuted  in  this  department. 
Piling,  cross  ties  and  oak  bill  stuff  is  cut  to  order  and 
shipped  to  the  trade  everywhere.  A  large  consignment 
of  ties  is  now  due  the  Pennsjdvania  Railroad  at  Al- 
toona,  as  well  as  the  Philadelphia  and  Reading  road. 
The  house  is  the  filling  agent  for  many  of  the  largest 
and  best  concerns  in  the  lumber  trade. 

Mr.  Talley  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the 
American  Legion  of  Honor,  and  as  a  business  man 
commands  a  leading  position  in  the  commercial  world 
as  a  responsible  dealer. 


Wm.   S.   Moore,   Fine   Groceries,    Confections, 
AND  Provisions,  401  Delaware  Ave. 

The  grocery  trade  of  Wilmington  by  no  means 
lacks  representative  exponents.  Among  the  several 
leading  dealers  we  note  the  house  of  the  gentleman 
whose  name  heads  this  sketch. 

Mr.  Moore  opened  this  business  two  years  ago. 
This  business,  by  steady  application  to  the  demands 
<A  a  large  and  increasing  trade,  has  sprung  into  pop- 
xilar  favor. 


Delaware' s  hidustries.  227 

The  salesroom  is  spacious,  being  35x40  feet  in 
size,  with  the  basement  for  the  storage  of  superfluous 
stock.  The  goods  carried  embrace  a  general  line  of 
groceries  and  provisions,  teas,  coffees  and  spices, 
canned  and  bottled  goods,  cured  and  smoked  meats, 
sugars,  sj'rup,  soap,  toilet,  laundry  and  kitchen  requi- 
sites. The  stock,  like  the  store,  is  handsomely  and  at- 
tractively arranged  A  full  line  of  country  produce 
is  handled,  as  well  as  coal,  lime  and  ice. 

A  native  of  Delaware,  Mr.  Moore  formerly  kept  a 
store  at  the  Avenue  Market,  where  Eden  Hall  now 
stands,  and  at  Yorklyn  for  fifteen  5^ears  previous  to 
coming  to  this  cit)'.  In  Yorklyn  he  was  postmaster 
and  an  agent  for  the  Baltimore  and  Ohio  Railroad, 

Mr.  Moore  has  been  in  this  line  for  twenty  years, 
and  fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  busi- 
ness. 


James  M.  Bryan,  House  Painter,  and  Dealer  in 
Paints,  Oils  and  Glass,  107  West  Eighth 
Street. 

The  demand  for  readj^-mixed  paints  has  grown  to 
be  very  large,  and  they  are  to  be  found  in  many  estab- 
lishments. 

In  March,  1890,  Mr.  Bryan  opened  a  very  hand- 
some store,  devoted  exclusively  to  the  sale  of  paints, 
varnishes,  oils,  brushes,  etc.  It  is  about  15x70  feet  in 
dimensions,  finished  throughout  in  oak,  and  is  one  of 
the  handsomest  stores  in  this  section.  Painting,  glaz- 
ing, graining  of  all  kinds  is  done.  Prompt  work  and 
satisfaction  is  guaranteed. 


228  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Mr.  Brj^an  established  business  as  a  painter  in 
1873.  When  running  at  normal  capacity,  the  services 
of  twelve  skillful  operators  are  required. 

Mr.  Bryan  is  a  life-long-  resident  of  the  city,  ex- 
cept during  the  late  war,  when  he  enlisted  in  the  First 
Delaware  Infantry,  in  1861,  as  a  private,  and,  after  re- 
maining in  the  war  till  1865,  came  home  as  captain 
of  the  troop. 


W.   J.    Morrow,    Roofing,  417    French   Street. 

The  oldest,  and  possibly  the  best  known,  roof- 
ing establishment  in  this  section  is  that  of  Mr.  W. 
J.  Morrow.  This  gentleman  started  in  business 
nearly  thirty  years  ago,  and  has  since  had  the  active 
management  of  it. 

The  premises  are  30x100  feet  and  a  building 
about  16x100  feet  in  dimensions  is  in  use.  The  first 
floor  is  used  as  an  office,  while  the  second  is  a  storage 
room. 

Roofing  of  all  kinds,  in  the  shape  of  gravel, 
slag  or  cement  work,  is  done. 

On  the  average,  five  skilled  workmen  are  em- 
ployed. 

Mr.  Morrow  is  a  native  of  the  Keystone  State, 
but  has  been  a  resident  of  Wilmington  for  half  a 
century.  He  has  been  very  active  in  every  sense  of 
the  word,  having  been  a  member  of  the  Board  of 
Health  and  the  Board  of  Education,  and  Register  in 
the  Water  Department.  He  is  a  member  of  the  Roof- 
ers'  Exchange,  in  Philadelphia. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  229 

Gray  &  Deputy,    Grocers,    Northwest  corner 

Seventh  and  Bennett  Streets. 

The  largest  and  most  favorably  known  house  of 
this  character  in  this  vicinity  is  that  of  Messrs.  Gray 
&  Deputy.  This  business  had  its  establishment  in  the 
personage  of  Mr.  John  Hamilton,  and  about  three 
years  ago  he  sold  out  to  Messrs.  Pierce,  Gray  &  Co., 
and  in  September,  1890,  the  change  was  made  to  the 
present  firm. 

The  premises  consist  of  a  store  about  22x28  feet 
in  dimensions,  with  a  cellar  about  the  same  size  for 
storage  purposes.  A  very  heavy  stock  of  groceries 
and  provisions  is  carried. 

The  house  makes  a  specialty  of  tea  and  creamery 
butter,  both  of  these  articles  being  found  in  their  best 
form  here. 

Four  capable  assistants  are  steadily  employed, 
and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Harr}^  L. 
Gray  and  James  W.  Deputy.  These  gentlemen  are 
too  well-known  to  require  anything  more  than  a 
passing  mention  at  our  hands. 


Wm.  Turner,  Fancy  and  Staple  Grocery  and 
Provision  Dealer,  Third  and  Poplar  Sts. 
There  is  not  a  business  in  this  section  of  the 
city  that  has  been  established  longer  than  that  now 
managed  by  Mr.  Wm.  Turner.  This  establishment 
was  founded  more  than  half  a  century  ago,  and  about 
seventeen  years  ago  the  present  proprietor  took  pos- 
session. 


230  Delaware' s  Industries. 

The  store  is  about  20x28  feet  in  dimensions,  fitted 
in  the  most  suitable  manner,  and  carries  a  large  stock 
of  fancy  and  staple  groceries,  provisions  and  salt  meats, 
teas,  coffees,  and  spices,  free  from  dust  or  deleterious 
substances,  canned  and  bottled  goods,  table  and  toilet 
supplies,  and  a  general  line  of  goods  of  this  character. 

Two  salesmen  are  employed  and  a  team  is  kept  to 
deliver  orders, 

Mr.  Turner  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for 
many  years,  and  is  well-known,  publicly  as  well  as 
privately,  having  served  as  a  City  Councilman,  as  well 
as  a  member  of  the  Board  of  Education,  and  is  re- 
spected by  trade  as  well  as  social  circles. 


Gatta  &  Kaiser,  Carriage  Builders,  Third  and 
Walnut  Streets. 

Among  the  leading  industries  of  the  city  the  car- 
riage building  is  second  in  importance  to  none.  Among 
the  representative  houses  engaged  in  this  line  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  Gatta  &  Kaiser. 

These  gentlemen  originally  established  business 
here  about  twenty-five  years  ago,  under  the  same  name 
as  now  used. 

The  plant  occupies  a  building  42x58  feet  in  di- 
mensions. The  first  floor  is  used  as  a  showroom,  the 
basement  is  the  smith  shop,  while  the  upper  floors  are 
used  as  painting  and  wood-working  rooms. 

All  kinds  of  fancy  and  plain  delivery  wagons  are 
made.     Special  attention  is  given   to  repairing.     The 


Delaware's   Industries.  231 

trade  is  largely  local,  being  confined  to  this  and  the 
surrounding  counties. 

Seven  skilled  workmen  are  given  constant  em- 
ployment. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Wm,  Gatta 
and  lyouis  Kaiser.  Both  gentlemen  have  had  many 
years'  experience  in  this  line,  and  are  highly  practical 
and  enterprising  gentlemen. 


H.   W.  LowK,   lyivERY  Stable,    323  to  327  East 

Third  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  livery  stable  in  the  city  that 
has  been  established  as  long  as  that  now  managed  by 
Mr.  Harry  lyowe.  The  business  was  originally 
established  here  nearly  half  a  century  ago,  and,  after 
passing  through  the  hands  of  various  owners,  came  in- 
to the  possession  of  the  present  proprietor  about  four 
years  ago,  he  having  purchased  the  business  from  the 
Kirkman  Coach  and  L,ivery  Co. 

The  building  is  about  65  feet  front,  with  a  depth 
of  75  feet.  The  first  floor  is  used  as  a  stable,  while  on 
the  upper  floors  are  carriage  rooms,  storage,  etc. 

Hiring  and  livery  of  all  kinds  is  done.  Carriages 
for  park  driving,  parties  and  weddings  are  furnished. 
From  thirty  to  forty  head  of  horses  are  constantly 
kept. 

Four  skillful  men  are  given  constant  employ- 
ment. 

Mr.  Lowe  is  a  well-known  resident  of  the  city. 
He  is  an  active  and  prominent  member  of  the  Odd 
Fellows. 


232 


Delaware  s  Industries. 


Delaware's   Industries.  233 

W.   H.    Hartlove,  Sporting  Goods,  Third   and 

French  Streets. 

The  love  of  sport  in  the  rising  generation  seems 
to  be  on  the  increase.  The  most  prominent  house  in 
this  city  dealing  exclusively  in  this  line  is  that  of  Mr. 
Walter  H.  Hartlove.  This  gentleman  opened  business 
about  seven  years  ago,  and  the  present  store  was  taken 
some  five  years  since. 

The  dimensions  are  about  25x40  feet,  with  repair- 
ing departments  in  the  rear  and  up-stairs.  These  are 
fitted  out  with  all  the  latest  improved  appliances  and 
tools  requisite  to  the  pursuance  of  this  business. 

All  kinds  of  guns,  rifles,  pistols,  revolvers,  pow- 
der, shot,  fishing  tackle,  sporting  and  base  ball  goods 
are  kept,  and  a  line  of  goods  too  comprehensive  to 
enumerate  in  detail. 

Special  attention  is  paid  to  repairing  and  loading 
cartridges  to  order,  and  the  only  taxidermist  in  the 
State,  of  any  note,  is  this  gentleman.  Birds,  animals 
and  other  curiosities  of  natural  history  are  here  stufied 
and  preserved. 

In  this  department  Mr.  Hartlove  is  not  excelled  for 
skill  and  dexterity. 

Two  competent  workmen  are  constantly  em- 
ployed, and  no  means  spared  to  further  the  interests 
of  the  patrons. 

Mr.  Hartlove  is  a  native  of  Baltimore,  but  has 
been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  ten  years.  He  is  an 
active  member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias,  and  in  busi- 
ness circles  well  merits  the  esteem  in  which  he  is 
held. 


234  Delaware' s   Industries. 

William  H.  Bowers,  Wholesale  and  Retail 
Baker  and  Confectioner,  Seventh  and  Jef- 
ferson Streets. 

There  are  but  few  better  known  houses  of  this 
character  in  this  neighborhood  than  that  of  Mr.  W.  H. 
Bowers. 

This  business  was  originally  established  in  1849, 
by  Mr.  George  Bowers,  the  father  of  the  present  pro- 
prietor. This  gentleman  may  certainly  lay  claim  to 
precedence  in  this  line,  having  been  one  of  the  early 
bakers  in  the  city.  Mr.  William  H.  Bowers,  his  son, 
and  present  proprietor,  took  the  business  elevfcn  years 
ago. 

The  premises  now  occupied  are  about  17x97  feet 
in  dimensions.  A  peculiar  structure  is  seen  on  the 
comer.  This  looks  like  the  smokestack  of  a  steamer. 
It  is  an  outside  flue  for  hot  weather,  this  keeping  the 
rest  of  the  house  cool — an  ingenious  arrangement  for 
the  comfort  of  the  occupants. 

The  bakery  is  located  in  the  cellar,  and  is  in  every 
way  furnished  in  the  most  complete  manner,  with  the 
necessary  appliances.  The  constant  services  of  nine 
men  and  three  teams  are  required  to  facilitate  the 
business. 

The  product  of  the  house  consists  of  all  kinds  of 
bread,  biscuits,  pies,  plain  and  fancy  cakes.  A  spec- 
ialty of  the  house  is  Albany  bread.  This  has  only 
been  introduced  a  short  time,  but  has  already  achieved 
celebrity  for  quality  and  flavor. 

Mr.  Bowers  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city,  and  is  very  well  known,  having  taken  an  active 
part  in  all  things  tending  toward  the  city's  benefit. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  235 

C.  G.  Stradlky,  Hay,  Flour,  and  Feed,  Seventh 
AND  Walnut  Streets. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known 
houses  of  this  character,  in  this  section  of  the  city, 
may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  C.  G.  Stradley. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  here  about  four 
months  ago,  succeeding  Mr.  E.  Fenton. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  store  some 
20x35  f^st  in  dimensions,  and  a  large  stable  in  the 
rear. 

A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  mill  feed,  hay, 
straw,  flour  for  family  and  bakers'  use,  grain,  oatmeal, 
etc.,  as  well  as  a  line  of  grocers'  sundries,  canned 
goods,  table  delicacies,  bottled  goods,  soaps,  cereals, 
washing  compounds,  etc.,  a  specialty  being  made  of 
flour  for  family  use.  This  is  put  up  expressly  for  fine 
trade. 

All  the  best  brands  are  kept  in  stock  and  sold  at  a 
reasonable  figure.  A  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders, 
and  other  trade  facilities  are  at  hand,  notably  a  tele- 
phone. No.  651. 

Mr.  Stradley  has  been  an  esteemed  resident  of  the 
city  for  some  time,  and  is  respected  in  trade  circles  as 
a  reliable  dealer. 


Mrs.  Anna  Puhl,   Dry  Goods  and  Notions,   215 

West  Seventh  Street. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  or  more  favorably  known 
establishment  of  this  character  in  this  neighborhood 
than  that  of  Mrs.  Anna  Puhl. 


236  Delaware" s   Industries. 

This  estimable  lady  opened  business  here  about 
ten  years  ago,  in  a  very  much  smaller  way,  and  year 
by  year,  by  her  energy  and  enterprise,  it  has  grown  to 
comparatively  large  proportions. 

The  premises  are  about  110x20  feet  in  dimensions. 
The  store  is  in  every  way  first-class,  being  furnished 
in  the  neatest  and  best  manner. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all 
grades  of  dry  goods,  notions,  hosiery,  underwear, 
ribbons,  small  wares,  fancy  goods  and  everything  in  a 
first-class  stock. 

Mrs.  Puhl  is  a  native  of  Baltimore,  but  has  been 
a  resident  of  this  city  for  thirty  years,  and  since  estab- 
lished here  has  won  the  respect  and  confidence  of 
social  as  well  as  trade  circles. 


Beaton    Smith,    Druggist,    Seventh    and    Pine 
Streets. 

There  is  certainly  not  a  more  favorably  known 
druggist  in  this  neighborhood  than  Mr.  Beaton 
Smith. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  about  nine  years 
ago  in  a  much  smaller  way,  and,  after  continuing  there 
for  three  years,  the  change  was  made  to  the  present 
large  and  beautiful  store. 

It  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  fur- 
nished in  the  neatest  and  most  tastilj'  manner.  A 
feature  adding  to  the  attractiveness  of  the  store  is  a 
handsome  soda  fountain  of  new  design. 


Delaware' s   Indiistries.  237 

A  large  stock  of  fresh  drugs,  medicines  and  fancy- 
articles, soap,  perfumery,  teas,  herbs,  barks,  roots,  etc., 
as  well  as  patent  and  proprietary  remedies,  physicians' 
and  surgeons'  appliances,  etc.,  is  carried. 

Several  specialties  are  put  up  which  have  gained 
a  good  reputation  for  curative  qualities,  notably  liver 
pills  and  cough  syrup. 

Mr.  Smith  is  a  registered  pharmacist,  and  a  mem- 
ber of  the  State  Pharmaceutical  Society. 

The  prescription  department  is  under  the  personal 
supervision  of  the  proprietor,  thus  assuring  perfect 
accuracy  in  this  responsible  avocation.  Since  estab- 
lishing here,  the  subject  of  this  article  has  won  the 
respect  and  confidence  of  the  community. 


H.  ly.  Brown,  Contractor  for  Haui^ing,  and  Liv- 
ery AND  Boarding  Stable,  ho  and  112 
Orange  Street. 

The  best  known  teamster  in  the  city  of  Wilming- 
ton is  Mr.  H.  Iv.  Brown. 

This  gentleman  has  had  a  life's  experience  in  this 
line.  He  purchased  the  present  stable  about  two  years 
ago,  and  has  built  up  a  very  extensive  trade. 

The  stable  is  about  60x100  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  fitted  with  all  the  newest  and  best  conveniences. 

Hauling, carting  and  stevedoring  of  all  descriptions 
is  attended  to.  A  number  of  boarding  horses  are  also 
kept.  All  kinds  of  carriages  are  kept  for  hiring  pur- 
poses. None  but  the  most  capable  drivers  are  em- 
ployed. 


238  Delaware's    Industries. 

Mr.  Brown  is  a  very  skillful  judge  of  horseflesh, 
having  been  associated  with  this  noble  animal  during 
all  his  career. 

The  stable  has  accommodations  for  thirty  head  of 
horses,  and  contains  the  heaviest  teams  in  the  city. 
As  many  as  five  skilled  men  are  employed  at  all 
times. 

Mr.  Brown  has  been  a  life -long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  very  well  known,  socially  as  well  as  in 
a  business  waj^  and  is  an  active  member  of  the 
A.  O.  U.  W. 


A.  Brierley,  Grocer,  Northwest  Corner  Sixth 
AND  P0P1.AR  Streets. 

But  few  establishments  of  this  character  have 
been  able  to  earn  and  hold  such  a  reputation  as  that 
of  Mr.  A.  Brierley. 

This  genial  and  pleasant  gentleman  opened  busi- 
ness here  about  seven  years  ago,  and  since  its  first 
inception  has  met  with  much  success,  due  to  consecu- 
tive business  management  and  a  fine  line  of  goods. 

The  store  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  fitted  in  the  most  attractive  manner.  A  feature  of 
the  establishment  is  neatness  and  cleanliness,  order 
being  seen  on  every  hand. 

It  is  literally  filled  with  a  large  and  well-assorted 
stock  of  groceries  and  provisions,  choice  teas,  cofiees, 
and  spices,  free  from  dust  or  deleterious  substances, 
a  heavy  line  of  canned  and  bottled  goods,  preserves, 
table,  kitchen  and  laundry  requisites — in  fact,  a  gen- 
eral line  of  goods  only  found  in  a  first-class  stock. 


Delaware' s   hidtistries.  239 

■  The  basement  is  utilized  for  the  storage  of  super- 
fluous stock,  and  no  pains  are  spared  to  further  the 
interests  of  a  select  patronage.  Employment  is  given 
to  three  capable  assistants,  and  on  Saturdays  and  busy 
occasions  more  help  is  needed. 

Mr.  Brierley  has  been  a  resident  of  this  section  for 
a  number  of  years.  He  is  well  and  favorabl}^  known 
to  a  large  circle  of  friends  and  acquaintances,  and  is 
respected  in  business  channels  as  a  reliable  dealer. 


A.  SHAI.LER,  Baker,  Sixth  and  Walnut  Sts. 

The  best  and  most  favorably  known  establishment 
of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  is  that  of 
Mr.  A.  Shaller,  this  gentleman  having  bought  out  the 
business  of  Mrs.  Fromer  about  two  years  ago. 

The  premises  consist  of  a  large  store,  about  20x30 
feet  in  dimensions,  with  the  bakery  in  the  cellar. 

Bread,  cakes,  pies,  buns,  etc.,  are  made.  About 
four  barrels  of  flour  are  used  weekly  in  the  production. 

A  team  is  kept  to  deliver  bread  to  the  regular 
customers. 

Mr.  Shaller,  like  many  of  our  most  successful 
merchants,  is  a  German.  He  is  an  active  and  promi- 
nent member  of  the  Ancient  Order  of  United  Work- 
men. 


J.  E.  McCay,  Grocer,  Eighth  and  Poplar  Sts. 
There  is  certainly  not  a  better  known  store  of 
this  character  in  this  section  than  that  of  Mr. '  J.   E. 
McCay.     This  gentleman  purchased  the  business  from 


240  Delaware" s   hidustrtes. 

Mr.  W.  H.  McGarrit)^  but  a  short  time  ago,  and  the 
trade  has  been  on  the  increase  since  the  opening. 

The  store  is  large  and  furnished  in  the  most  com- 
modious manner.  The  dimensions  are  20x70  feet . 
The  basement  is  used  for  the  storage  of  dupHcate 
stock,  etc. 

A  very  large  and  complete  stock  of  fine  groceries, 
provisions  and  meats  is  carried. 

The  services  of  several  young  men  are  constantly 
in  demand,  and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  McCay  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  well  and  favorably  known  to  all  who 
have  ever  had  any  business  dealings  with  him. 


J.    W11.1.  Pkrkins,   Harness    and   Saddi^ery,    ioi 
West  Eighth  St. 

Among  the  best  known  and  most  prominent  houses 
of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mr.  J.  W.  Perkins.  This  gentleman 
established  business  here  about  two  years  ago,  and  has 
since  met  with  much  success. 

The  store  is  about  16x50  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
the  workshop  in  the  rear. 

The  manufacture  of  harness  and  saddlery  of  all 
kinds  is  carried  on,  and  a  full  stock  of  horse  furnish- 
ings, trunks  and  valises  is  carried. 

Several  capable  workmen  are  given  employment. 

Mr.  Perkins  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  has 
resided  here  for  some  time.  He  is  an  active  member 
of  the  Encampment  of  Odd  Fellows. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  241 

E.  J.  McManus,  Grocbr,  406  Tatnall  St. 

There  is  scarcely  a  better  known  man  in  this  line 
of  trade  than  Mr,  B.  J.  McManus.  This  gentleman 
opened  business  in  this  city  in  1857  as  a  pork  packer, 
and  gradually  drifted  from  that  to  a  wholesale  provision 
house,  and  about  seven  years  ago  groceries  were  added 
and  the  retail  business  commenced. 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  fine  store,  about 
23x60  feet  in  dimensions,  furnished  neatly  and  in  the 
most  commodious  manner. 

A  general  line  of  groceries,  salt  meat,  butter  and 
€ggs,  provisions,  cigars  and  tobacco  are  kept. 

The  assistance  of  several  capable  people  is  neces- 
sary, and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  McManus  has  been  in  this  city  for  about  forty 
years,  and  has  alwaj'S  been  prominent,  publicly  as  well 
as  privately,  having  served  as  a  member  of  the  City 
Council. 


Chas.  M.  Grubb,  Fine  Groceries,  Teas,  Coffees, 
AND  Spices,  and  General  Merchandise,  19 14 
AND  1916  Market  St. 

In  reviewing  the  notable  industries  in  an  important 
commercial  centre,  much  devolves  upon  the  writer  to 
do  justice  to  his  theme.  The  house  of  Charles  M. 
Grubb,  at  Nos.  19 14  and  1916  Market  street,  owes  its 
origin  to  the  energies  of  Adam  Grubb,  the  father  of  the 
present  proprietor,  and  dates  its  foundation  back  to 
1840,  a  half  century  ago.  Many  were  the  struggles 
nd  vicissitudes  in  the  early  career  of  this  prominent 


242  Delaware" s  Industries. 

establishment,  but  undaunted,  and  through  the  adverse 
circumstances  of  the  times,  Mr.  Grubb  held  firmly  to 
the  helm  and  brought,  through  counteractive  forces,  a 
business  that  has  made  itself  known  and  felt  in  the 
commercial  spheres  of  the  cit}^  In  February,  1890, 
the  son  and  present  proprietor,  after  an  extensive  ex- 
perience in  this  line  of  trade,  came  into  possession,  and 
has  continued  the  policy  of  the  old  house,  based  upon 
the  principles  of  equit3%  prudence  and  liberality. 

The  salesroom  occupied  for  business  purposes  is 
40x60  feet  in  area.  A  heavy  and  attractive  stock  of 
goods  is  carried,  consisting  of  absolutel}-  pure  groceries 
and  provisions,  a  full  line  of  teas,  coffees  and  spices, 
especially,  canned  and  bottled  goods,  green  truck  and 
vegetables  m  season,  as  well  as  poultry,  wood  and 
willow  ware,  tin,  china  and  glassware,  notions  and  trim- 
mings, underwear,  hosiery — in  fact,  everything  usually 
found  in  a  first-class  stock  of  general  merchandise. 

In  connection  with  this,  Mr.  Grubb  also  prosecutes 
an  extensive  business  in  coal,  receiving  goods  from  the 
mines  of  Lehigh  and  Schuj^lkill  counties,  Pennsyl- 
vania, as  well  as  Lee  coal,  all  kinds  of  kindling  wood, 
lime  and  sand.  The  coal  yard  and  storage  wharf  is  on 
the  banks  of  the  historic  Brandy  wine  Creek,  and  here 
every  facility  is  enjoyed  for  the  prompt  and  efl&cient 
handling  of  these  commodities. 

In  the  transaction  of  this  extensive  business  four 
competent  assistants  are  employed  and  four  teams  used 
or  delivering  and  hauling  purposes,  every  means  being 
at  hand  for  the  prompt  fulfillment  of  the  largest  orders 
in  any  branch  of  the  business,  telephone  No.  452  being 
amon?  the  conveniences. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  243 

C.  M.  Grubb  was  born  in  Wilmington,  Del.,  and, 
after  a  common  school  education,  early  entered  the 
pursuit  of  commerce,  spending  ten  years  at  this  busi- 
ness prior  to  assuming  entire  control. 

It  is  needless  to  add  that  Mr.  Grubb  sustains  a 
prominent  position  in  the  business  world,  as  well  as  in 
social  circles. 


Kent  &  Weeks,  Lumber,  Front  and  Jefferson 
Streets. 

The  lumber  interests  of  Wilmington  may  be  classed 
among  its  strongest  resources.  A  prominent  exponent 
of  this  line  of  trade  in  this  section  is  Messrs.  Kent  &. 
Weeks.  These  gentlemen  opened  business  here  in 
1880,  and  have  since  then  built  up  a  very  large  trade. 

The  yard  is  L-shaped,  occupying  about  18,000 
square  feet,  of  which  about  half  is  shedded  completely. 

Building  lumber  and  hardwoods  of  all  kinds  and 
descriptions  are  carried.  A  very  heavy  stock  is 
carried,  the  average  amount  in  the  yard  being  about 
one  and  a  half  million  square  feet. 

The  firm  have  a  special  siding  from  the  railroad, 
which  enables  them  to  save  hauling  expenses  to  a 
large  extent. 

Ten  capable  men  are  constantly  employed,  and 
three  teams  are  kept  busy. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  B.  Lundy 
Kent  and  W.  H.  Weeks.  Both  gentlemen  have  had 
many  years'  experience  in  this  line,  and  are  enterprising 
and  pushing  the  business  to  its  greatest  extent. 


244  Delaware' s  hidusiries. 

S.   G.   Simmons  &  Bros.,   Lumber    and   Planing 

Mill,  Front  and  Tatn all  Streets. 

The  largest,  and  perhaps  the  oldest,  established 
firm  in  this  line  of  trade  is  Messrs.  S.  G.  Simmons  & 
Bros.  This  business  was  started  in  1837,  under  the 
name  of  Joshua  Simmons  &  Co.,  and,  after  passing 
through  various  changes,  it  came  under  the  manage- 
ment of  the  firm  about  eighteen  years  ago.  They  are 
all  direct  descendants  of  the  founder. 

The  3'ard  covers  an  area  enclosed  in  a  square 
bounded  by  Tatnall,  Thorn,  Front  and  Water  streets, 
and  from  the  railroad  to  the  river,  about  200x500  feet, 
the  whole  comprising  about  six  acres. 

There  has  been  erected  ample  shed  room  for  hard- 
woods, etc.  A  large  saw  mill  is  run  in  connection  with 
the  lumber  trade.  It  occupies  a  building  about  60x150 
feet  in  dimensions,  four  stories  in  height.  It  is  fitted 
with  all  the  best  appliances  and  devices  for  lessening 
the  cost  of  production. 

Building  lumber  of  all  kinds  is  carried,  in  fact,  all 
kinds  of  lumber  and  hardwoods;  sash  doors,  blinds, 
etc.,  are  manufactured. 

The  stock  carried  usually  runs  from  two  to  two 
and  a  half  million  feet  of  lumber. 

The  firm  enjoy  all  the  best  facilities  for  receiving 
and  shipping  goods,  having  their  own  wharf  and  a 
special  siding  from  the  railroad. 

When  running  normally,  eraplojmient  is  given  to 
about  forty  capable  workmen,  and  seven  teams  are 
"kept  busy. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  S.  G.  Sim- 
mons, Charles  Simmons  and  Jesse  G.  Simmons. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  245 

They  all  have  had  a  life's  experience  in  this  line, 
and  are  thoroughly  capable  and  practical  men,  stand- 
ing high  in  the  communitj',  both  in  public  and  private 
life. 


W.  R.  Edwards,  Manufacturer  of  Fine  Cigars, 
Eden  Haix,  West  Tenth  Street. 

Since  the  introduction  of  tobacco  into  civilized 
Europe,  by  Sir  Walter  Raleigh,  in  the  early  part  of 
the  seventeenth  century,  the  world  has  learned,  as  did 
the  maid  who  threw  water  in  his  face,  that  a  man  can 
smoke  and  yet  not  be  on  fire.  The  manufacture  and 
sale  of  tobacco  has  become  one  of  the  greatest  indus- 
tries in  this  country,  and  many  leading  merchants 
have  connected  themselves  with  this  business,  among 
whom  we  may  mention  the  gentleman  whose  name 
heads  this  article. 

Originally  established  at  Eighth  and  Kirkwood 
streets,  Mr.  Edwards  took  possession  of  his  present 
location  in  February,  1890. 

The  salesroom  occupied  for  business  purposes  is 
12x52  feet  in  dimensions,  and  carries  a  fine,  large 
stock  of  all  the  leading  brands  of  chewing  and  smok- 
ing tobaccos,  snufi",  cigarettes,  pipes,  and  an  extensive 
line  of  meerschaum  and  amber  goods,  fancy  smokers' 
articles,  etc. 

The  cigars  sold  are  of  his  exclusive  make  and 
have  reached  the  acme  of  perfection. 

The  factory  is  in  the  rear,  and  in  the  successful 
conduct  of  the  business  eight  competent  hands    are 


246  Delaware  s  Industries. 

employed,  whose  average  output  is  between  35,000 
and  40,000  cigars  monthly. 

Both  the  wholesale  and  retail  trade  is  prosecuted, 
and  an  immense  amount  of  goods  is  supplied  to  retail- 
ers throughout  this  and  adjoining  states. 

The  special  brands  manufactured  are  "High 
Light,"  "Castillo"  and  "Take  your  Pick,"  these  goods 
being  unexcelled  for  purity  and  flavor. 

W.  R.  Edwards  is  a  native  of  the  State  of  Dela- 
ware, He  is  a  practical  cigar  maker  by  trade,  and 
thus  qualified  to  pursue  this  avocation,  and  preside 
■over  the  destinies  of  an  establishment  of  this  character. 


H.    A.    Brown,  Lime,  Coal    and   Cement,    Foot 
OF  West  Street. 

There  are  many  firms  dealing  in  this  line  of  stuff, 
but  there  are  few  better  or  more  favorably  known  than 
Mr.  H.  A.  Brown.  This  estimable  gentleman  started 
in  business  in  May,  1882,  and  thus  far  has  been  very 
successful. 

The  plant  covers  an  area  of  about  one  and  one 
half  acres  of  ground,  wnth  a  wharf  on  Shipley  street 
for  the  receipt  of  sand. 

In  everjr  way  the  3'ard  is  most  advantageously 
arranged,  the  best  receiving  and  shipping  facilities 
being  in  operation. 

Coal,  lime,  sand,  cements  and  builders'  materials 
are  handled.  The  trade  is  principally  retail,  extend- 
ing all  over  the  city  and  vicinity. 

The  services  of  five  men  and  four  teams  are  con 
stantly  required.      An  enormous  quantity  of  sand  is 


Delaware' s   Industries.  247 

handled,  the  sand  coming  from  Fortescue  Beach,  and 
being  brought  here  direct. 

Mr.  Brown  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the 
city.  He  is  very  well  known  to  a  large  circle  of 
acquaintances. 


William   Gosnell,    Newsdealer,    Orange    and 

Tenth  Streets. 

While  reviewing  the  commercial  prospects  of  the 
city  of  Wilmington,  it  is  just  and  befitting  to  note  such 
establishments  as  are  instrumental  in  disseminating 
the  products  of  the  printing  press. 

In  this  cot:nection  the  writer  of  this  article  directs 
especial  mention  to  the  newsdealer,  among  whom  we 
note  Mr.  William  Gosnell. 

Dating  the  establishment  of  his  business  in  Wil- 
mington since  1885,  Mr.  Gosnell  was  formerly  located 
in  Baltimore.  His  place  is  supplied  with  the  leading 
daily  and  weekly  papers  from  New  York,  Philadel- 
phia and  Baltimore.  Periodicals,  magazines,  reviews, 
pamphlets,  books  and  a  fine  line  of  stationery,  as  well 
as  cigars  and  tobacco,  and  all  the  attending  parapher- 
nalia usually  found  at  such  an  establishment. 

It  is  due  to  the  credit  of  this  gentleman  for  having 
instituted  the  custom  of  serving  papers  early  in  the 
morning,  and  all  the  leading  dailies  are  delivered  to 
their  ultimate  destination  before  six  o'clock  A.  M., 
sometimes  long  before  the  occupants  of  the  household 
endeavor  to  arise. 

In  the  prosecution  of  this  business  eleven  carriers 
are  employed,  and  this  enterprising  gentleman  leaves 


248  Delawate'  s  Industries. 

nothing  undone  that  will  in  any  way  minister  to  the 
wants  of  a  select  patronage. 

A  native  of  Maryland,  Mr.  Gosnell  has  pursued 
the  news  business  many  j^ears,  and  mastered  all  the 
intricate  details  connected  with  this  avocation,  winning 
the  confidence  of  the  community  for  promptness  in  de- 
meanor and  furthering  good  will  of  all  who  know 
him. 


E.  W.  Murphy,  Hay,  Grain,   Flour,  etc.,  713  W. 
Front  Street. 

Among  the  prominent  and  best  known  houses  in 
this  section  of  the  city  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr. 
E.  W.  Murphy.  This  gentleman  opened  business 
here  about  eighteen  months  ago,  and  has  since  the 
first  inception  of  this  business  met  with  success,  due 
to  his  executive  business  management  and  enter- 
prise. 

The  building  occupied  is  about  25x70  feet  in  di- 
mensions, with  a  large  j^ard  for  storage  purposes  on 
one  side  and  in  the  rear.  Telephone  No.  552  is  used 
to  facilitate  business  matters. 

All  kinds  of  flour,  feed,  grain,  hay  and  straw  is- 
handled. 

In  connection  with  the  flour  and  feed  business, 
the  Wilmington  Hay  Market,  the  first  ever  organized 
on  so  extensive  a  scale  in  this  city, is  conducted  by  this 
gentleman. 

The  object  has  been  to  bring  the  farmer  and  his 
patron  to  closer  and  more  convenient  relations,  and 


E.  W.  MuRPiiv 


Delaware' s   Industries.  249 

thereby  save  time,  expense  and  many  trifling  annoy- 
ances. Every  convenience  has  been  insured  which  will 
conduce  to  bring  the  farmer  and  the  stockman  of  the 
city  together,  as  will  be  shown  by  the  fact  that  the 
proprietor  has  already  erected  hay-sheds  on  the 
property,  which  will  at  present  accommodate  from 
forty-five  to  fifty  loads  of  hay  or  straw,  with  a  drive 
way  through  the  centre  from  Front  street  to  Second 
street.  Fairbank's  standard  scales  are  on  Front 
street. 

Mr.  Murphy  is  the  City  Weighmaster  and  every 
point  has  been  carefully  considered.  Those  having 
stock  are  invited  to  call  in  person  and  inspect  the  sys- 
tem. The  market  is  open  every  week-day  from  6  A.  M. 
to  6  P.  M.  When  running  normally  the  business  gives 
employment  to  from  five  to  six  competent  men,  and 
three  teams  for  hauling  and  delivering  purposes. 

Mr.  Murphy  is  an  active  and  energetic  young 
man  and  is  bound  to  make  a  "go"  of  this  business. 
As  a  business  man  he  commands  the  confidence  of  the 
community  for  integrity  and  executive  ability.  An 
ofiicer  of  the  A.  F.  A.  M. ,  he  is  also  a  member  of  the 
I.  O.  O.  F.,  Heptasophs  and  American  Accident  In- 
surance Company,  and  is  well-known,  socially  as  well 
as  commercially. 


D.     S.    Truitt,      Grocer,     Sixth    and     Spruce 

Streets. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  houses 
in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be  mentioned  that  of 
Mr.  D.  S.  Truitt. 


250  Delaware' s   Industries. 

This  gentleman  originally  opened  on  Seventh 
street  in  a  small  way  in  1866,  and  after  staying  there 
three  3'ears,  the  present  store  was  taken,  the  dimen- 
sions of  which  are  20x28  feet.  It  is  handsomely  fur- 
nished. 

The  stock  is  large  and  varied,  and  composed  of 
groceries,  provisions  and  meats.  In  the  season  all 
kinds  of  preserves,  pickles  and  pepper  sauce,  which 
are  sold  at  wholesale  as  well  as  retail.  These  goods 
are  manufactured  on  the  premises,  and  upwards  of 
eight  thousand  quarts  of  pepper  sauce  are  sold  ever}'- 
week  to  the  wholesale  trade. 

The  merits  of  these  goods  are  too  well  known  to 
require  elucidation  here,  as  the  consumers  everywhere 
commend  their  qualit}^  and  virtues. 

The  establishment  gives  employment  to  eight 
persons  in  and  out  side,  and  two  teams  are  kept  busy 
delivering  orders  to  the  trade. 

The  special  brands -of  mince  meat  are  A,  AA, 
AAA  and  Eureka,  and  all  kinds  of  fruits  and  vegeta- 
bles are  preserved,  as  well  as  a  superior  stock  of  sour- 
crout,  chow-chow,  etc. 

Mr.  Truitt's  two  sons  take  an  active  part  in  the 
business. 

The  subject  of  this  review  has  been  a  resident  of 
the  city  since  1855;  he  is  an  active  and  prominent 
member  of  the  Odd  Fellows,  and  now  holds  the  com- 
mission of  Chaplain  in  the  Chesapeake  Regiment,  as 
well  as  a  member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias.  As 
a  merchant,  he  commands  the  confidence  of  the  com- 
munit)^ 


Delaware's   hidustries.  251 

Wm.  G.  Robklen,  Dsaler  in  Choice  Wines, 
Liquors  and  Cigars,  108  West  Seventh 
Street. 

The  consumption  of  wines  and  liquors  in  the 
United  States  is  so  vast  that  the  trade  necessarily  in- 
volves considerations  of  the  highest  importance. 
Among  the  most  reliable  importers  and  wholesale  wine 
merchants  of  Wilmington  engaged  in  this  steadily- 
growing  business  is  Wm,  G.  Robelen,  whose  cellars 
are  located  at  No.  108  West  Seventh  st. 

This  house  presents  a  striking  instance  of  what 
may  be  accomplished  by  a  stead}-  application  to  busi- 
ness, and  a  liberal  and  honorable  course  of  dealing. 
Established  some  ten  j'-ears  ago,  the  present  location 
has  been  resorted  to  one  and  one-half  years  ago.  A 
splendid  structure  is  occupied,  the  dimensions  of  which 
are  40x20  feet  in  size,  with  a  sample  room  in  the  rear, 
and  the  basement  used  for  storage  purposes.  Every 
conceivable  appliance  for  the  storage  and  preservation 
of  a  choice  and  valuable  stock  of  wines  and  liquors  is 
had. 

The  stock  consists  of  the  oldest  and  choicest 
vintages  of  sherries,  Madeiras,  port,  Bordeaux,  Burgun- 
dies, Piper-Heidsieck  and  other  dr}^  champagnes  ;  also 
cordials,  gins,  brandies,  rums  and  whiskies,  contain- 
ing many  old  and  mellow  wines  and  brandies  difficult 
to  obtain.  This  is  the  recognized  headquarters  for 
pure  old  rye  and  Bourbon  whiskies,  cherry,  blackberry 
and  California  brandies,  being  especially  popular  for 
medicinal  purposes.  This  feature  of  the  stock  com- 
mends itself  unreservedly  to  the  connoisseur,  and  an 
influential  trade  is  done  with  druggists,  hotels,  restau- 


252  Delaware' s   Industries.   ' 

rants  and  retailers  generally  all  through  this  section. 
Various  brands  of  segars  are  also  furnished  to  the 
trade, 

Mr.  Robelen  has  been  a  resident  of  Wilmington 
for  upwards  of  thirty-seven  years,  and  during  his 
business  career  has  ingratiated  himself  into  the  good 
will  of  the  community  and  the  trade  at  large,  winning 
the  respect  and  esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  holds 
business  relations. 


John  PaivMer,  Groceries  and  General  Merchan- 
dise, 1908  Market  Street. 

For  upwards  of  a  quarter  of  a  century  this  busi- 
ness has  been  in  existence,  and  during  this  entire  per- 
iod has  been  steadily  growing  in  popularity  and 
patronage,  by  virtue  of  its  being  the  oldest,  and  a  well- 
ordered  business  establishment.  It  fully  sustains  a  well 
deserved  reputation  for  choice  goods  and  upright 
dealing. 

The  room  occupied  for  sales  purposes  is  30x45  feet 
in  dimensions,  attractively  fitted  up, and  contains  a  fine 
stock  of  groceries  and  provisions,  choice  family  flour, 
teas  and  coffees  and  spices,  a  large  line  of  canned  and 
bottled  goods,  cured  and  smoked  meats,  fancy  cakes, 
toilet,  kitchen  and  laundry  requisites,  vegetable  and 
green  truck,  as  well  as  poultry  in  season.  A  specialty 
is  made  in  choice  country  produce;  butter,  cheese  and 
eggs  are  received  daily. 

A  further  notation  of  the  stock  embraces  dry  goods 
and  notions. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  253 

The  reputation  of  the  house  is  fixed  and  patrons 
rel}^  upon  receiving  a  superior  article  at  a  reasonable 
rate,  as  well  as  prompt  and  satisfactory  service. 

In  the  successful  prosecution  of  the  business,  three 
efficient  assistants  are  employed,  and  a  team  utilized 
in  delivering  goods. 

The  subject  of  this  article  has  been  a  resident  of 
Wilmington  for  sixty-five  years,  has  proven  himself  a 
man  of  strict  integrity  in  his  dealings,  as  well  as  of 
energy  and  thorough  business  experience,  holding  a 
position  in  business  and  municipal  circles. 

Mr.  Palmer  was  a  member  of  the  Board  of  Edu- 
cation, and  is  respected  by  all  with  whom  he  holds 
business  relations. 


John  Savers,  Dealer  in  Fine  lyiQuoRS,  Tenth  and 
Orange  Streets. 

In  reviewing  the  liquor  interests  of  a  great  com- 
mercial center,  a  review  of  this  character  would  be 
incomplete  did  we  not  have  recourse  to  an  establish- 
ment such  as  this  article  purposes  to  sketch. 

Another  instance  of  what  may  be  accomplished  by 
a  close  application  to  business  is  seen  in  the  house 
of  Mr.  John  Sa3'ers,  who  since  1850  has  been  identi- 
fied with  the  liquor  traffic  of  this  section. 

After  a  successful  career  for  upwards  of  forty 
years,  he  opened  at  his  present  location  six  years  ago, 
with  continued  prosperity. 

The  premises  occupied  are  23x120  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  connected  therewith  is  a  fine  sample  room, 


254  Delaware' s   hidustries. 

attractively  arranged,  with  a  bar  stocked  with  all  the 
leading  brands  of  wines,  liquors  and  cigars. 

Some  of  the  rarest  liquors  are  here  dispensed  for 
family  and  medicinal  purposes,  among  them  rich,  old 
and  mellow  wines,  port,  sherry,  Madeira,  Burgundies, 
claret,  etc.,  as  well  as  Holland  and  domestic  gins,  rye 
and  Bourbon  whiskey, cordials,  etc.,  etc.,  in  fact,  every- 
thing in  this  class  of  goods. 

In  the  successful  conduct  of  the  business,  two  com- 
petent assistants  are  employed  and  every  means  is 
taken  to  cater  to  the  interests  of  a  flourishing  and  only 
first-class  trade,  lying  all  over  his;  and  surrounding 
territor}^ 

Born  in  Wilmington,  Mr.  Sayers  is  well  and  fav- 
orably known  to  the  community,  and  his  trade  con- 
nections are  influential  and  honorable,  holding  a 
prominent  position  in  the  commercial  world  as  a  re- 
sponsible dealer. 

He  is  a  member  of  the  Young  Men's  Democratic 
Club,  and  respected  for  his  personal  worth. 


J.  H.  Hammitt,   Carriage  Builder,  606  and  608 
Walnut  Street. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  estab- 
lishments of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city 
may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.  J.  H.  Hammitt. 

This  business  was  originally  established  in  1876, 
as  Messrs  Hammitt  &  Son,  and  in  1888  Mr.  Hammitt, 
Sr., retired,  leaving  the  business  under  the  care  of  his 
son,  the  present  proprietor. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  255 

The  premises  occupied  consist  of  a  three -story 
brick  building  about  40x100  feet  in  dimensions;  in 
every  way  it  is  fitted  in  the  most  suitable  manner. 
Constant  employment  is  given  to  about  five  people. 

All  kinds  of  light  carriages  are  turned  out,  phae- 
tons, buggies,  etc.  Special  attention  is  paid  to  repair- 
ing, this  being  done  in  the  shortest  time  and  best 
manner. 

The  shop  is  equipped  with  all  the  facilities  to  suc- 
cessfully conduct  this  business. 

Mr.  Hammitt  has  been  an  esteemed  resident  of  the 
city  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the 
Odd  Fellows  and  is  respected  by  all  who  know  him  for 
his  business  integrity. 


Cann  Brothers,   Grocers,    Northwest    Corner 
Sixth  and  Lombard  Streets. 

Perhaps  the  largest  and  best  known  store  of  this 
character  in  the  East  side  is  that  of  Messrs.  Cann 
Brothers. 

This  business  was  originally  established  about 
eighteen  years  ago,  by  the  senior  member  of  the  firm, 
Mr.  Samuel  W.  Cann,  in  a  much  smaller  way;  the 
trade,  however,  has  been  on  the  upward  move  since 
the  opening,  until  it  has  now  reached  large  propor- 
tions. 

The  store  is  about  30x40  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  commodious  cellar  for  storage  purposes. 

The  stock  carried  is  heavy,  including  a  full  line 
of  fine  groceries,  meats  and  provisions.     A  specialty  is 


256  Delaware' s    Industries. 

made  of  fine  family  flours,  teas,  coflees,  spices, 
canned  and  bottled  goods,  etc.  Three  capable  assist- 
ants are  constantly  employed,  and  two  teams  are  kept 
busy  delivering  orders. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  S.  W., 
R.  H.  and  F.  ly.  Cann.  All  of  these  gentlemen  have 
had  a  large  experience  in  this  line,  and  are  thoroughly 
practical  and  well  versed  in  all  its  workings. 


Wbst  End  Palace  Stables,  W.  S.  Tanguy,  Dela- 
ware AND  TaTNALL  STS. 

There  is  not  a  place  in  the  city  where  more  desir- 
able teams  can  be  hired  than  at  Mr.  W.  S.  Tanguy's. 

This  business  was  organized  by  Mr.  John  Kirkman 
in  1832,  who  managed  it  for  a  number  of  j^ears.  In 
1885  it  was  merged  into  the  Kirkman  Coach  and  I^ivery 
Co.,  and  about  four  years  ago  the  present  proprietor 
came  here  as  general  superintendent,  and  in  June,  1889, 
he  purchased  the  business. 

The  premises  occupied  are  most  commodious, 
covering  an  area  of  about  45x95  feet  in  dimensions,  or 
about  15,000  square  feet  of  floor  room. 

In  every  way  the  stable  is  furnished  in  the  best 
manner,  every  convenience  being  called  into  play, 
the  firm  having  in  operation  their  own  grinding  mills 
for  feed  and  a  special  cutting  machine  for  hay. 

Here  may  be  found  everything  known  to  the  trade 
to  hire.  The  firm  have  about  twenty-five  head  of 
horses  for  hiring  purposes.  Particular  attention  is 
paid  to  the  care  of  boarding  horses,  there  being  about 
sixteen  constantly  kept. 


Delaware' s  Industries .  257 

Only  experienced  and  sober  drivers  are  allowed  to 
remain  in  the  service  of  the  house,  thus  assuring  the 
comfort  and  safety  of  the  patrons. 

Mr.  Tanguy,  the  proprietor,  is  thoroughly  famil- 
iar with  all  the  workings  of  this  business. 


James  A.  Kei,ly,  Fine  Liquors,  Tenth  and  Ship- 
ley. 

In  the  city  of  Wilmington  and  throughout  a  wide 
area  of  adjacent  territory,  the  name  of  James  A. 
Kelly,  the  well  known  connoisseur  and  importer  of 
liquors  at  Tenth  and  Shipley  sts.,  is  looked  upon  as  a 
veritable  trademark,  a  guarantee  of  quality  that  is  so 
fully  borne  out  by  the  experience  of  consumers  that 
the  trade  conducted  by  this  gentleman,  upon  the  legiti- 
mate basis  of  demand  and  supply,  attained  proportions 
of  great  and  gratifying  magnitude. 

A  former  member  of  an  old  and  honored  concern 
(F.  Kelly  &  Co.),  James  A.  Kelly,  in  1880,  was  at 
Tenth  and  Orange  sts.,  and  in  1883  removed  to  his 
present  handsome  quarters,  the  dimensions  of  which 
are  70x21  feet  in  area,  with  an  elaborate  bar  and  sam- 
ple room  in  the  rear. 

An  extensive  and  fine  trade  is  here  prosecuted  in 
rich,  old,  mellow  wines,  liquors  and  cigars,  as  well  as 
Burgundies,  Madeiras,  port,  sherry,  claret,  and  every- 
thing in  the  wine  list,  as  well  as  rye  and  Bourbon 
whiskies,  gins,  cordials,  etc.,  etc.  Extra  brewings  of 
Budweiser  and  Bohemian  beers  are  on  draught.  This 
is  the  largest  establishment  of  its  character  in  this 
section. 


25.8  Delaware  s  Industries. 

The  features  of  the  stock  commend  themselves  to 
the  consuming  public,  and  only  the  better  class  of 
society  are  catered  to.  Both  imported  and  domestic 
are  sold  for  family  and  medicinal  purposes. 

A  native  of  the  State  of  Delaware,  Mr.  Kelly  has 
long  and  prominently  been  identified  with  her  liquor 
interests,  bearing  a  reputation  of  unquestioned  integ- 
rity in  trade  and  social  circles  alike.  Since  establish- 
ing here,  he  has  proven  himself  a  progressive  merchant, 
well  meriting  the  esteem  in  which  he  is  held. 


J.  H.  Edwards,   Cigar  Manufacturer,  io8   West 
Tenth  Street. 

Sir  Walter  Raleigh,  the  courtier,  little  thought 
that  his  innocent  smoke  several  centuries  since  would 
some  time  give  to  this  country  one  of  the  greatest 
industries  she  has  ever  known.  Since  the  advent  of 
smoking  among  the  civilized  races  in  Europe  during 
the  reign  of  Queen  Bess,  many  billions  of  dollars  have 
been  spent  in  the  production  and  consumption  of 
tobacco,  and  one  of  the  factors  in  the  field  of  manufac- 
ture is  J.  H.  Edwards,  whose  place  of  business  is 
located  at  loS  West  Tenth  st. 

The  salesroom  is  33x16  feet  in  area,  stocked  with  a 
comprehensive  line  of  smoking  and  chewing  tobacco, 
cigarettes,  pipes  and  smokers'  articles  generally.  In 
the  rear  is  his  factory,  where  every  cigar  sold  is  made 
on  the  premises,  thus  assuring  quality,  flavor  and 
general  excellence. 

To  conduct  this  business,  the  manufacturing  de- 
partmenc  employs    four   competent   hands,    and   from 


Delaware's  Industries.  259 

20,000  to  25,000  cigars  are  turned  out  monthly.  These 
goods  are  sent  to  the  trade  throughout  this  section,  and 
a  ready  sale  found  for  his  products,  a  wholesale  and 
retail  business  being  transacted. 

Originally  established  here  fourteen  years  ago,  the 
proprietor  has  met  with  success,  due  to  the  fact  of 
turning  out  good  goods  at  prices  consistent  with  honest 
living. 

A  native  of  the  State  of  Delaware,  Mr.  Edwards 
has  long  been  identified  with  the  tobacco  industry,  and 
now  sustains  a  prominent  position  among  the  reliable 
dealers  in  trade  circles,  as  well  as  being  a  member  of 
Sheridan  Post,  No.  23  ;  he  is  respected  by  all  classes 
alike. 


H.  S.  Bui<i,ocK,  Steam   Wagon  Works,  223  West 

Tenth  St. 

Few  industries  in  Wilmington  have  attained 
greater  perfection  and  a  more  deserved  reputation 
than  the  manufacture  of  wagons. 

In  this  connection  we  desire  to  make  especial  ref- 
erence to  the  "steam  wagon  works"  of  H.  S  Bullock, 
at  No.  223  West  Tenth  st. 

Originally  established  by  Wm.  S.  Bullock,  father 
of  the  present  proprietor,  in  1856,  his  son  took  posses- 
sion in  April,  1887. 

A  thoroughly  practical  wagon  builder,  fully  con- 
versant with  every  detail  of  this  useful  and  important 
craft,  and  the  requirements  of  the  most  critical  patrons, 
Mr.  Bullock  is  in  every  way  qualified  to  preside  over 
the  destinies  of  such  an  establishment. 


26o  Delaware's  Indtisirtes. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  plot  about  loo 
X150  feet  in  area,  with  every  department  fully  equipped 
with  steam  power  and  the  most  approved  tools,  ma- 
chinery and  appliances  known  to  ihe  trade. 

In  the  blacksmith  and  wood  working  shops,  as 
well  as  in  the  paint  and  trimming  department,  none  but 
skilled  workmen  are  employed,  fourteen  in  number, 
under  the  supervision  of  their  proper  head. 

The  most  thorough  and  systematic  arrangement 
is  here  regarded,  and  this  force  is  used  exclusively  on 
heavy  work,  wagons  of  every  description,  patent  chute 
and  dump  wagons,  expresses,  drays,  carts,  etc. 

The  average  output  is  some  seventy-five  new  jobs 
annually,  besides  an  immense  amount  of  repair  work 
of  every  description  being  executed  with  skill  and 
dexterity. 

The  trade  of  this  house  is  extensive,  and  lies  all 
over  Delaware,  Pennsylvania  and  New  Jersc}' ,  spread- 
ing in  its  domain. 

The  productions  of  this  industry  are  unexcelled 
in  Wilmington  and  elsewhere,  for  finish,  strength, 
workmanship  and  durability  ;  made  of  the  best  mate- 
rials, they  are  warranted  to  give  universal  satisfaction 
in  the  future  as  in  the  past.  The  reputation  of  the 
house  is  reaching  new  fields,  and  it  is  but  a  question 
of  time  when  the  "H.  S.  Bullock  Steam  Wagon 
Works"  will  lead  in  the  front  rank  of  general  excel- 
lence. 

A  native  of  this  city,  Mr.  Bullock  holds  a  prom- 
inent position  in  trade  and  commercial  circles,  having 
,gained  the  confidence  of  his  numerous  customers  in 
all  sections  of  the  country. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  261 

Charles  E.  Dubell,  Hatter,   2  East  Third  St. 

There  is  not  a  more  favorabl}'  known  house  of  this 
character  in  the  city  than  that  of  Mr.  Chas.  E.  Dubell. 
This  gentleman  started  in  1869,  and  by  dint  of  hard 
work,  push  and  energy  has  built  up  a  very  large  trade 
in  this  line. 

The  store  occupied  is  of  ample  size  and  is  in  every 
way  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  attractive  manner. 
The  basement  is  used  for  storage. 

The  stock  is  very  large,  comprising  a  full  line  of 
all  kinds  of  hats  and  caps  for  men's,  youths'  and  bo5's' 
wear.  Umbrellas  and  fur  goods  of  all  sorts  are  also 
carried. 

The  trade  done  is  principally  on  fine  goods;  noth- 
ing better  is  made  than  a  special  hat,  known  as  the 
"Dubell"  hat. 

The  assistance  of  two  young  men  is  called  into 
constant  pla)\ 

Mr.  Dubell  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has  been 
a  resident  of  this  city  for  many  years.  He  is  an  active 
member  of  the  Masonic  Fraternities  and  the  Odd 
Fellows.  He  has  been  in  this  line  for  many  5^ears  and 
is  fully  conversant  with  all  the  many  details  of  this 
business. 


J.  A.  Conner,  Harness  and  Saddlery,  Hardman 
Building,  4  East  Fourth  St. 

There  are  but  few  lines  of  trade  in  which  more 
improvement  has  been  made  than  in  this  one.  It  takes 
a  live  man  to  keep  up  with  all  the  new  styles  being 
constantly  brought  into  the  market. 


262  Delaware  s   Indush'ies. 

Among  the  best  known  dealers  in  this  city  may  be 
mentioned  Mr.  J.  A.  Conner.  This  gentleman  started 
in  business  more  than  a  score  of  years  ago,  in  a  much 
smaller  waj',  and  by  consistent  business  management 
has  won  his  present  select  trade. 

About  seven  years  ago  the  present  premises  were 
taken.  They  consist  of  a  large  store,  some  20x65  f^^t 
in  dimensions,  with  a  basement  the  same  size,  used  for 
storage  purposes. 

A  very  heavy  stock  of  harness,  saddlery  and 
horse  furnishing  goods  are  carried,  and  a  specially  fine 
line  of  trunks,  satchels,  traveling  bags,  valises,  etc. 
Pocket-books,  card  cases  and  an  infinite  variety  of 
small  leather  ware — perhaps  the  finest  line  in  the  city 
— is  here  exhibited. 

Special  designs  in  harness  and  saddlery  are  made 
to  order,  and  repairing  is  neatly  done.  As  man)^  as 
six  capable  workmen  are  sometimes  employed. 

Mr.  Conner  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for 
manj'  years,  and  has  been  prominent  in  public  as  well 
as  private  life,  winning  the  respect  of  all  with  whom 
he  forms  business  or  social  relations. 


W.  Baxter  &  Bro.  ,  Wholesale  Liquor  Dealers, 
Fourth  and  Shipley  Sts. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  house  in  this  line  that  has 
been  established  as  long  as  Messrs.  Wm.  Baxter  & 
Bro.  This  business  was  originally  established  by  the 
present  head  of  the  firm  about  thirty-three  years  ago, 


Delaware' s    Industries.         '  263 

and  thirteen  years  afterward  his  brother  was  taken 
into  the  firm. 

The  premises  occupj^  a  large  building  about  22x60 
feet  in  dimensions,  fitted  out  for  the  purposes  of  this 
business.  The  trade  carried  on  is  exclusively  whole- 
sale. The  firm  are  the  agents  here  for  some  of  the  best 
distilleries  in  the  country.  All  kinds  of  liquor  is 
handled,  and  the  choicest  vintages  of  rich,  old,  mellow 
wines  may  here  be  obtained,  as  well  as  many  rare 
liquors.  A  specialty  is  made  of  whiskey.  No  lack  of 
attention  is  bestowed  on  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

Mr.  Baxter  has  been  a  resident  of  the  c\\.y  since 
1857,  when  he  established  at  his  present  place  of  busi- 
ness. Very  well-known  in  the  city  as  a  reliable  dealer, 
he  commands  the  respect  and  confidence  of  the  com- 
munitv  and  manufacturers  whose  aroods  he  handles. 


William  C.  Martin,  IvIvery,  Boarding  and  Sale 

Stable.  S.  B.  cor.  Third  and  Orange  Sts. 

There  is  scarcely  a  more  prominent  livery  stable  in 
the  city  than  that  of  Mr.  Wni.  C.  Martin.  This  gen- 
tleman has  been  established  here  for  the  past  eighteen 
years. 

The  stable  occupies  a  space  about  85x96  feet  in 
dimensions.  It  is  fitted  up  with  ever}'  convenience  and 
kept  in  the  best  manner.  Accommodations  for  about 
75  head  of  horses  are  easily  obtained  here.  All  sorts 
of  rigs  for  driving  can  be  obtained  here. 

Special  attention  is  given  to  hiring  teams  for  wed- 
dings, parties  and  funerals.  Teaming  and  carting  is 
also  done. 


264 


Delaware"  s  Industries. 


Mr.  Martin  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for  the 
past  25  years.  He  is  President  of  the  Liverymen's 
Association  of  this  city,  and  a  director  of  the  Mutiial 
B.  and  L.  Association. 


JACQUOT'S  PATENT  SADDLE. 


Only  Safe  Track  &  Road  Saddle  in  the  World. 

Albert  Jacquot,   Manufacturer  of  Hand-made 
Harness,  109  West  Ninth  Street. 

Without  some  means,  the  object  of  which  is  to 
iitiHze  the  strength  of  the  horse,  that  noble  animal 
would  be  totally  unserviceable;  that  his  power  may  be 
utilized,  the  ingenuity  of  man  has  invented  the  har- 
ness, and  by  this  means  service  is  rendered.  In  this 
connection,  attention  is  directed  to  the  establishment 
of  Mr.  Jacquot. 

Although  established  in  his  present  quarters  but  a 
few   months,   he  has  achieved  continued   success,    as 


Delaware' s    hidustries.  265 

from  his  first  venture  in  business  here,  in  1873,  he 
readily  sprang  into  popular  favor. 

Mr.  Jacquot's  success  is  due  to  a  combination  of 
circumstances,  over  which  he  is  master.  A  natural 
qualification  for  this  business,  a  long  experience,  in- 
ventive genius,  with  a  constant  aggregation  of  new 
ideas,  combined  with  consecutive  business  qualifica- 
tions,he  is  enabled  to  withstand  the  keenest  competition 
and  proclaim  himself  victor  of  the  occasion. 

"Jacquot's  patent  saddle"  undoubtedly  meets, 
with  universal  approval,  it  being  "the  only  safe  track 
and  road  saddle  in  the  market,"  the  meritorious 
points  of  which  must  be  seen  to  be  admired,  and  a 
visit  to  his  establishment  will  secure  his  attention  and 
expatiations  upon  its  merits.  A  tremendous  sale  has 
been  made  and  this  is  on  the  increase. 

Those  wishing  an  improvement  on  the  old  saddle 
with  a  moderate  additional  cost  will  do  well  to  avail 
themselves  of  this  opportunity. 

In  the  rear  of  a  heavily  stocked  store,  18x50  feet 
in  size,  is  the  workshop,  and  every  known  tool  appli- 
ance is  here  used  to  further  the  interests  of  the 
patron. 

Three  assistants  are  employed,  and  besides  a 
large  amount  of  new  work,  a  power  of  repairing  is  ex- 
ecuted with  neatness  and  dispatch. 

The  stock  embraces  both  light  and  heavy  single 
and  double  harness,  plain  and  mounted,  fly  nets,  bri- 
dles, saddles,  harness -soaps  and  ornaments  and  horse 
clothing  of  every  description  for  stable,  turf  and  street 
wear,  as  well  as  a  fine  line  of  trunks,  valises  and 
leather  goods  generally. 


266  Delaware' s   hidusines. 

A  native  of  France,  Albert  Jacquot  has  been  in 
this  comitry  for  thirty-six  3^ears.  He  learned  his  trade 
here, and  is  well-equipped  in  this  line. 

Mr.  Jacquot  is  regarded  in  trade  and  social  circles 
as  a  reliable  dealer,  well  meriting  the  esteem  in  which 
he  is  held. 


W.  H.  Deverell,  Bakery,  Seventh  and  Tatnall 

Streets. 

There  have  been  many  new  establishments  opened 
in  the  past  year,  and  but  few  of  them  have  been  over- 
taken with  more  success  than  that  of  Mr.  W.  H.  Dev- 
erell.  This  gentleman  took  this  business  here  in 
November,  1889. 

The  salesroom  is  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions, 
fitted  in  the  most  approved  manner,  clean  and  neat  in 
appearance.  This  feature  is  certainly  worthy  of  com- 
ment. The  bakehouse  is  in  the  basement,  and  is  about 
the  same  size  as  the  store.  Every  facility  is  enjoyed 
in  the  way  of  improved  appliances.  The  products  of 
the  bakehouse  are  not  surpassed  for  weight,  flavor  and 
general  excellence,  and  consist  of  all  kinds  of  pies, 
bread,  plain  and  fancy  cakes,  biscuits,  etc.  A  special 
feature  is  made  in  catering  to  fine  family  trade,  as  well 
as  balls,  parties,  receptions,  etc. 

Four  capable  assistants  are  given  constant  employ- 
ment in  the  prosecution  of  the  business,  and  a  team 
utilized  to  deliver  goods  to  patrons. 

The  subject  of  this  article  is  a  native  of  Pennsyl- 
vania, but  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for  the  past 
nine  years.  During  his  business  career  he  has  won  the 
esteem  of  all  with  whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  267 

W.  G.  EarIvE,  JEWEI.ER,  721  Market  St. 

The  rage  for  personal  adornment  has  grown  to  such 
immense  proportions  that  in  the  past  few  years  many 
new  establishments  have  opened  in  the  city.  Among 
the  best  known  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Mr.   W.   G. 


Earle,  whose  main  business  is  located  at  11  and  13 
North  Ninth  street,  Philadelphia  This  branch  was 
opened  three  years  ago. 

An  attractively  arranged  office  is  utilized  for  busi- 
ness purposes,  and  a  unique  and  extensive  variety  of 
sample  jewelry  is  carried. 


268  Delaware' s   Industries. 

Rare  and  costly  goods,  as  well  as  a  medium  grade, 
are  handled,  in  precious  stones  and  art  gems. 

Diamonds,  watches  and  jewelry  of  all  kinds  are 
sold  for  cash  or  on  the  easy  payment  plan,  thus  giving 
the  patron  the  advantage  of  procuring  fine  ware  at 
popular  easy  terms. 

The  business  here  is  under  the  active  management 
of  Mr.  Chas.  E.  Schellinger,  who,  by  his  enterprise  and 
consecutive  business  ability,  has  increased  the  business 
to  large  proportions,  b}^  making  this  a  desirable  pur- 
chasing centre  and  a  responsible  house. 


The  Combs'  Coal  and  Lumber  Co.,  Ei.eventh  and 
Church  Sts. 

The  coal  trade  in  this  city  is  represented  by  a 
number  of  well-known  houses.  Among  the  most  im- 
portant may  be  mentioned  the  Combs'  Coal  and  Lum- 
ber Co.  This  business  had  its  inception  in  the  form 
of  Messrs.  John  Hamilton  &  Co.,  in  1884;  afterward  it 
became  P.  Combs  &  Co.,  and  in  February,  1887,  the 
incorporation  was  formed. 

The  office  and  yards  of  the  company  are  large  and 
in  every  way  fitted  in  the  most  commodious  manner 
for  the  economical  handling  of  coal,  etc.  The  best 
screening  and  cleaning  process  is  used,  and  no  means 
left  undone  to  fuither  the  interests  of  the  trade. 

The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  manu- 
facturers being  supplied  by  the  car,  direct  from  the 
mine  when  it  is  so  desired. 


Delaware's   Industries.  269 

From  six  to  seven  teams  are  constantly  em- 
ployed to  deliver  these  products  all  over  the  city  and 
adjacent  territory. 

In  connection  with  all  kinds  of  anthracite  and 
bituminous  coal,  wood,  lime,  sand  and  building 
materials  generally  are  handled,  and  the  trade  supplied 
in  any  quantity. 

The  officers  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  J.  Wood- 
man, President  ;  A.  C.  Griggs,  Vice-President  and 
Treasurer ;  H.  H.  Woodman,  Secretary  ;  P.  Combs, 
General  Manager. 

These  gentlemen  are  all  well  known  as  residents 
of  the  city,  and  as  business  men  enjoy  the  confidence 
and  esteem  of  all  who  deal  with  them  in  the  various 
channels  of  commercial  pursuit. 


Sheward  &  Chandler,  Coal,  Wood,  Grain  and 

Feed,  South  Side  Christiana  Bridge. 

The  trade  in  this  line  has  received  a  strong  expo- 
nent in  the  personage  of  Messrs.  Sheward  &  Chandler. 
These  gentlemen  established  business  about  eighteen 
months  ago. 

The  yard  occupied  was  formerly  Weldin's.  It  is 
very  large  and  with  ample  room.  Three  buildings  are 
erected,  with  large  sheds  for  the  storage  of  coal,  hay 
and  straw.  A  branch  office  is  carried  on  at  Second 
and  French  streets. 

The  firm  are  dealers  in  coal,  kindling  wood,  grain, 
feed,  hay,  straw,  Western  oats,  seed  oats,  cotton  seed 
meal  and  rock  salt,  and  everything  in  this  line. 


270  Delaware' s   bidtistrtes. 

The  services  of  six  capable  men  are  called  into 
constant  use,  and  ten  head  of  horses  are  used  for  haul- 
ing purposes. 

Every  convenience  for  the  receipt  and  shipment  of 
stuff  is  enjoyed,  the  firm  having  a  wharf  of  their 
own. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  T.  W.  She- 
ward  and  Newton  Chandler.  Both  gentlemen  have 
large  experience  in  this  line  and  are  fully  alive  to  the 
demands  of  the  trade. 

They  are  both  well-known,  socially  as  well  as  in  a 
commercial  sense. 


D.  Iv.  Stanton,  Cigars  and  Tobacco,  4  W.  Third 
Street. 

Nothing  comes  nearer  touching  the  ticklish  point 
of  a  man  than  a  good  cigar. 

Among  the  places  where  such  articles  may  be  ob- 
tained there  is  none  better  than  that  of  Mr.  D.  Iv.  Stan- 
ton. This  gentleman  purchased  the  business  from 
Mr.  E.  J.  McKee  last  January,  and  thus  far  it  has 
given  every  evidence  of  success. 

The  store  is  about  15x20  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a 
selling  room  is  furnished  in  the  back.  A  full  line  of 
imported  and  domestic  cigars  is  carried,  besides  smok- 
ing and  chewing  tobacco,  pipes  and  smokers'  articles 
generally. 

Mr.  Stanton  has  been  a  resident  of  the  city  for 
many  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of  Dupont  Post, 
No.  2,  having  served  in  the  95th  Pennsylvania  Regi- 
ment (Goslin's  Zouaves). 


Delaware  s   lyidustrtes.  271 

He  was  in  the  army  for  more  than  three  years  and' 
served  in  sixteen  battles  before  he  was  captured.  He 
remained  in  various  Southern  prisons  for  seven  months, 
notably  lyynchburg,  Andersonville  and  Charleston, 
from  which  he  was  exchanged  near  the  close  of  the 
war. 


Mrs.  a.  S.  Goodwin,   Boots  and  Shoes,  423  East 
Fifth  Street. 

The  earliest  ages  of  the  world's  history  note  a 
covering  for  the  foot,  and  from  the  classical  sandal  of 
the  past  we  have  given  place  to  the  modern  shoe,  one 
of  the  greatest  articles  of  dress  and  comfort  to  the 
human  family. 

For  the  sale  of  this  useful  commodity  the  store  of 
Mrs.  Goodwin  is  eligibly  located  at  No.  423  E.  Fifth 
street. 

In  a  salesroom,  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  is  carried 
a  superior  stock  of  footwear  for  men,  women,  misses, 
boys'  and  children's  wear,  in  leather,  cloth  and  rubber 
goods,  especially  designed  for  the  trade  in  this 
locality. 

A  neat  and  attractive  place,  it  dates  its  inception 
back  to  about  one  year  ago,  and  through  dint  of  energy 
and  consistent  business  management  this  lady  has 
secured  a  desirable  patronage.  Her  business  career  is 
based  upon  the  principle  of  equit3%  and  the  best  grade  of 
goods  are  sold  at  a  price  consistent  with  an  honest 
living. 

A  native  of  this  State,  Mrs.  Goodwin  is  well  known 
in  trade  circles,  having  entire  charge  of  this  business  in 


272  Delaware' s   Industries. 

the  absence  of  her  husband,  Mr.  Warren  O.  Goodwin, 
who  is  employed  during  the  day  in  the  capacity  of  rail- 
roading. 


Dennison  &  Peach,  Cash  Grocery  and  Provision 
Store,  102  East  Fifth  Street. 

No  lack  of  attention  is  bestowed  upon  the  interest 
and  growth  of  the  grocery  and  provision  trade,  as  is 
seen  from  a  review  of  that  particular  commercial  pur- 
suit. 

The  house  this  article  proposes  to  sketch  dates  its 
inception  back  some  j^ears  ago.  The  present  firm  took 
possession  in  March,  1887,  extending  the  domain  of 
trade  into  larger  channels  and  more  remunerative  re- 
sources. 

Based  upon  the  principle  of  equity,  this  house 
enjoys  the  esteem  and  good  will  of  a  large  and  select 
patronage,  due  to  the  consecutive  form  of  business 
management. 

The  salesroom  is  60x50  feet  in  dimensions;  attract- 
ive in  appearance  and  finely  equipped  for  the  conduct 
of  an  extensive  business. 

The  stock  carried  embraces  a  comprehensive  line 
of  fine  groceries,  including  teas,  cofiees,  and  spices  ab- 
solutely pure  and  free  from  deleterious  substances, 
sugars,  sj-^rups,  cured  and  smoked  meats,  canned  and 
bottled  goods  of  great  variety,  green  truck  and  vege- 
tables in  season,  as  well  as  poultry,  fish,  game  and 
oysters,  laundry,  kitchen  and  toilet  requisites.  Fine 
family  flour  and  a  choice  line  of  country  produce,  butter, 
cheese,  eggs,  etc. ,  are  made  a  leading  specialty. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  273 

To  prosecute  the  trade  centered  here,  two  efficient 
assistants  and  a  team  are  employed,  and  every  means 
taken  that  will  in  any  way  foster  the  interests  of  the 
patron. 

S  J.  Dennison  and  J.  H.  Peach  are  the  individual 
names  comprising  the  firm.  The  gentlemen  are  both 
residents  of  "Wilmington  and  occupy  leading  positions 
as  reliable  dealers  in  the  mercantile  world. 


Williams  &  Hopkins,  Tinsmiths,  527  West  Front 
Street. 

Heating  our  houses  has  been  one  of  the  most  vi- 
tal questions  that  has  been  brought  before  the  public* 
in  the  past  twenty-five  years  such  perfection  has  been 
reached,  that  only  the  most  skilled  mechanics  are  able 
to  cope  with  the  new  inventions  that  are  continually 
coming  before  us. 

The  best  known  house  in  this  line  in  this  vicinity 
is  that  of  Messrs.  Williams  &  Hopkins. 

This  firm  established  business  in  this  city  about 
fifteen  years  ago,  and  have  since  then,  b}^  their  pluck 
and  energy,  built  up  a  large  and  ever  increasing- 
trade. 

The  premises  occupied  are  about  25x80  feet  in 
area,  with  a  large  workroom  in  the  rear  portion. 

Throughout  every  department  the  best  appliances 
are  in  use,  everything  that  lessens  labors  or  increases 
the  value  of  the  product  being  brought  to  bear  on  the 
workings. 

A  full  stock  of  all  kinds  of  tinware  is  carried; 
stoves,   heaters  and  ranges  of  all   kinds  are   put    i:n. 


274  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Constant  employment  is  given  to  a  number  of  capable 
workmen. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  D. 
Williams  and  Benjamin  Hopkins.  Both  gentlemen 
are  too  well  known  to  require  more  than  passing  com- 
ment at  our  hands. 


Thomas  Duffy,  Groceries  and  Feed,  Front  and 

Madison  Streets. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  stores 
of  this  character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mr.  Thomas  Duffy. 

This  gentleman  established  business  here  five  years 
ago,  and  by  dint  of  push  and  energy,  has  built  up  a 
large  trade. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  25x70  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, and  is  well  filled  with  a  large  and  varied  stock, 
comprising  flour,  grain  and  feed,  as  well  as  groceries, 
provisions,  etc.  The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as 
retail. 

The  business  gives  employment  to  three  capable 
assistants,  and  a  team  is  kept  to  deliver  orders. 

Mr.  Duffy  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city, 
and  is  highly  esteemed  by  a  large  circle  of  friends. 


Fred  Holdman,  Iron  Worker,  523  West  Front 

Street. 

The  iron  trade  of  this  city  has  been  for  many 
years  the  leading  industry;  while  not  one  of  the  larg- 
est, yet  occupying  a  prominent  position,  may  be  men- 
tioned Mr.  Fred  Holdman. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  275 

This  gentleman  established  business  here  about 
fourteen  years  ago,  in  a  small  way,  and  year  by  year 
the  trade  has  been  increasing,  until  now  it  is  quite 
large. 

Last  March  the  present  quarters  were  taken.  They 
consist  of  a  large  three-story  building  about  55x60 
feet  in  dimensions.  The  first  floor  is  devoted  to  the 
blacksmith  shop,  while  the  upper  floors  are  the  car- 
riage shops. 

Iron  railings  of  all  kinds  are  made;  all  kinds  of 
wheel-wrighting  and  carriage  building  is  done.  Black- 
smithing  is  also  attended  to.  A  specialty  is  made  of 
building  fire  escapes,  special  designs  being  built  to 
order. 

The  business  requires  the  constant  employment  of 
about  eight  capable  men. 

Mr.  Holdman  is  thoroughly  practical  in  every 
branch  of  the  business,  having  learned  the  entire 
trade.  He  is  an  active  member  of  the  Master  Horse 
Shoers'  Association  in  this  cit  3' 


Philip  G.  Plunkett,  Wholesale  Liquors,  207  and 
209  North  Front  Street. 

There  are  but  few  houses  in  this  state  that  have 
done  more  to  develop  and  advance  the  wholesale  liq- 
uor trade  than  that  of  Mr.  Philip  G.   Plunkett. 

This  estimable  gentleman  opened  business  in  this 
city  in  a  very  small  way  in  1858,  and  year  by  year, 
through  his  great  energy  and  enterprise,  the  trade  in- 
creased until  1 866,  when  the  present  large  and  com- 
modious quarters  were  taken. 


276  Delaware's  Industries 

They  occupy  about  89x134  feet.  A  large  build- 
ing has  been  erected.  In  every  way  it  is  fitted  in  the 
most  advantageous  manner. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  the 
best  brands  of  wines,  liquors  and  cordials.  Among 
the  many  specialties  handled  are  Hennessey's  and 
Matine's  brandy,  all  the  best  brands  of  domestic  wines 
and  liquors, and  Overholt's  and  Monticello  and  Mount 
Vernon  whiskies,  Moore  and  Sinnott's  whiskies,  and 
Bartholamay's  bottled  beer. 

All  goods  handled  by  the  firm  are  guaranteed  free 
from  all  deleterious  articles.  The  trade  is  v&xy  large, 
extending  all  over  the  State  and  parts  of  Pennsylvania, 
Maryland  and  Virginia. 

Mr.  Plunkett  has  been  a  resident  of  this  city  for 
many  years,  and  is  very  well  known  in  this  section, 
being  one  of  the  largest  property  owners  here. 

For  several  years  past  his  health  has  been  bad,  and 
his  business  not  so  good  as  it  was  formerly,  but  he  is 
regaining  his  health  rapidly,  and  the  trade  is  building 
up  largely. 


W.  G.  Valentine,   Flour,  Feed,  Etc.,  308  West 

Front  St. 

Among  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  con- 
cerns in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be  mentioned  that 
of  Mr.  W.  G.  Valentine.  This  gentleman  purchased 
the  business  about  eight  years  ago,  from  Mr.  Thos. 
Sheward. 

The  business  occupies  two  buildings,  one  about 
30x45  feet,  and   the  other  20x30.     They  are  literally 


Delaware'' s    Indtistnes.  277 

filled  with  a  heavy  stock,  comprising  all  qualities  of 
flour,  grain,  feed,  hay  and  straw. 

The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  and  ex- 
tends all  over  this  and  the  surrounding  counties.  Em- 
ploj^ment  is  given  to  several  capable  assistants,  and 
two  teams  are  kept  busy. 

He  is  a  native  of  Delaware  county.  Pa.,  but  has 
been  here  some  years.  He  is  an  active  member  of 
Masonic  fraternities. 


Ernest  G.   Moerk,   UphoIvSTerer,    408    Shipley 
Street. 

There  are  certain  seasons  of  the  year  when  it  is 
to  the  advantage  of  every  lady  to  know  a  good  gen- 
eral upholsterer. 

In  this  capacity  we  take  pleasure  in  naming  Mr. 
Ernest  G.  Moerk.  This  gentleman  opened  his  estab- 
lishment here  in  August,  1888.  The  store  is  about 
20x35  feet  in  dimensions,  neatly  and  attractiveh^  ar- 
ranged. 

Upholstery  and  carpet-laying  of  all  kinds  is  done, 
sewing,  stretching,  etc.  Window  shades  are  also 
kept,  special  sizes  and  patterns  being  cut  to  order. 
All  kinds  of  drapery  is  hung. 

Mr.  Moerk  is  a  thoroughly  experienced  and  prac- 
tical man  in  this  line.  He  is  a  Philadelphian  by  birth, 
but  has  been  a  highly  esteemed  resident  here  for  many 
years,  and  has  proven  himself  a  representative  in  this 
business. 


278  Delaware's  Industries. 

C.  S.  HuRLocK  &  Bro.,  Grocers,  Sixth  and  Pop- 

I,AR    STS. 

Perhaps  the  best  and  most  favorably  known 
establishment  of  this  character  in  this  section  is  that 
of  Messrs.  C.  S.  Hurlock  &  Bro. 

These  gentlemen  established  business  here  about 
five  years  ago,  and  have  met  with  the  greatest  success 
from  the  inception. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
is  fitted  in  the  most  commodious  manner.  A  large 
stock  of  groceries  and  provisions  of  all  kinds  is  car- 
ried. 

Several  assistants  are  constantly  employed,  and  a 
team  is  kept  busy  delivering  orders. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  C.  S.  and  J. 
A.  Hurlock.  Both  gentlemen  are  well  known  in  this 
section,  and  are  active  members  of  several  fraternal 
organizations. 


Heid   &   Co.,  Printing  and   Paper  Warehouse, 
403  Shipley  St. 

In  this  line  of  trade,  there  is  probably  not  a  better 
or  more  favorably  known  house  in  the  city  than  that 
of  Messrs.  Heid  &  Co. ,  established  by  Heid  &  Bro. 
Twelve  years  ago,  this  firm  started  business  in  Wil- 
mington. The  present  large  and  commodious  quarters 
were  taken  two  years  ago,  and  this  business,  in  Sep- 
tember, i8go,  passed  into  the  hands  of  the  present 
firm. 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  279 

The  building  is  about  18x70  feet  in  dimensions, 
four  floors  in  height,  and  fitted  out  with  all  the  requi- 
site machinery  and  appliances  known  to  the  trade. 

All  kinds  of  paper  for  wrapping,  writing  and  the 
toilet,  paper  bags,  cards,  stationery,  novelties  and 
everything  in  this  line  can  be  obtained  here  at  the  low- 
est quotations. 

In  the  printing  department,  the  house  is  expressly 
well  equipped,  having  in  constant  use  one  of  the  new- 
est and  most  impro\-ed  cylinder  presses,  besides  six  job 
presses.  Eight  capable  assistants  are  constantly  em- 
ployed in  the  prosecution  of  the  business,  and  no  means 
spared  that  will  in  any  way  foster  the  interests  of  the 
patron . 

The  individual  members  of  the  firm  are  L/Cwis 
Heid  and  Lewis  Maltriz.  Both  gentlemen  are  well 
known  in  business  and  social  circles,  commanding  the 
confidence  of  the  trade,  and  well  meriting  the  esteem 
in  which  their  efforts  are  held. 


P.  Toner,  Horse-Shoeing,  No.  ioi  Orange  St. 

Since  the  horse  is  our  most  valuable  beast  of  bur- 
den, it  behooves  us  to  take  especial  care  of  his  feet> 
and  in  such  instances  none  but  an  experienced  man 
should  be  allowed  to  touch  his  feet. 

But  few  are  more  capable  than  Mr.  P.  Toner 
in  this  capacity.  This  gentleman  has  been  established 
here  for  the  past  year  and  a  half,  and  has  gained  a 
well-deserved  reputation  as  a  mechanic. 


28o  Delaware' s  Industries. 

The  shop  occupied  is  large,  &nd  is  fitted  with 
•every  convenience.  The  services  of  two  skilled  men 
are  constantly  required  in  the  business. 

Mr.  Toner  has  been  a  resident  of  the  citj'  for  the 
past  eighteen  years,  and  is  very  well  known. 


H.  C.  Parker,  Harness  and  Saddlery,   15  East 
Third  Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  an  older  or  more  favorably 
known  house  of  this  character  in  this  vicinity  than  that 
of  Mr.  H.  C.  Parker.  The  business  here  was  estab- 
lished more  than  thirty  j-ears  ago  hy  the  father  of  the 
present  proprietor,  who  succeeded  to  the  business  about 
six  years  ago. 

The  premises  are  18x52  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  shop  in  the  rear. 

Harness  and  saddler\'  of  all  descriptions  is  made 
to  order.  A  full  stock  of  trunks,  valises,  bags  and 
horse  furniture  is  carred. 

Mr.  Parker  is  the  patentee  of  oil  harness  soap  that 
has  achieved  a  verj'  large  sale  throughout  a  large  por- 
tion of  this  country  from  the  middle  to  the  southern 
states,  western  states  and  in  every  large  city  gener- 
ally. 

When  running  normall}-  the  services  of  from  three 
to  five  men  are  required. 

Mr.  Parker  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  Wil- 
mington. He  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  a  social 
as  well  as  a  commercial  sense. 


F.  P.  Hickman. 


Delaware" s   Industries.  281 

Iv.  Heiss,  Merchant  Tailor,  4  East  Third  St. 

In  this  line  of  trade  there  are  but  few  better  known 
representatives  in  this  city  than  Mr.  L.  Heiss.  This 
gentleman  started  business  here  about  eleven  years  ago, 
and  by  push  and  energy  has  built  up  a  fine  trade. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  20x50  feet  in  dimen- 
sions and  is  nicely  fitted  up. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  all  the 
latest  and  most  stvlish  effects  from  the  foreign  and 
domestic  makers. 

Ten  skilled  workpeople  are  given  constant  em- 
ployment in  custom  work. 

Mr.  Heiss  has  among  his  patrons  some  of  the  most 
fashionably  dressed  men  in  the  city.  A  resident  for 
many  years  here,  he  is  ver)'-  well-known  to  a  large 
circle  of  acquaintances  and  is  respected  by  all  who 
known  him  for  his  earnest  endeavors  in  his  line. 


F.  P.  Hickman,  Smith  Shop,  305  West  Front  St. 

Many  of  the  large  manufacturers  find  it  more  to 
their  advantage  to  have  wrought  iron  work  done  out- 
side of  their  own  plant.  Mr.  Hickman  conducts  such 
a  plant.  He  opened  about  eight  3'ears  ago,  and  five 
years  afterward  took  the  present  shop.  It  is  about  55X 
100  feet  in  dimensions,  with  several  forges  and  a  steam 
hammer.  Ship  iron  work  of  all  kinds  is  done,  and  all 
kinds  of  special  pieces  of  wrought  iron. 

The  special  feature  of  the  establishment  is  the 
making  ot  iron  steamboat  trucks.  This  truck  is  com- 
plete wrought  iron  and  is  the  only  iron  truck  built  in 


282 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


the  state.  They  are  used  by  most  of  the  leading  steam- 
boats on  this  and  other  harbors,  and  for  universal 
satisfaction  are  not  eclipsed  by  any  other  of  its  kind. 

Three  skilled  men  are  given  constant  employ- 
ment. 

Mr.  Hickman  has  been  a  life-long  citizen  of  Wil- 
mington. He  is  in  every  way  conversant  with  this 
business  and  fully  capable  of  turning  out  the  most 
difficult  work. 


John  C.  Brison,  Plumber,  Gas  and  Steam  Fitter, 

103  West  Seventh  St. 

As  a  sanitary  measure  for  the  promotion  of  health, 
the  plumbing  trade  occupies  a  position  in  the  front  rank 
of  modern  improvements  and  has  become  an  absolute 
necessity  in  this  utilitarian  age  of  progress. 

A  prominent  house  engaged  in  this  trade  is  that  of 
Mr.  John  C.  Brison,  No.  103  West  Seventh  street, 
which  was  established  about  nine  years  ago  and  re- 
moved to  its  present  building,  now  four  years. 

Since  its  early  inception  this  business  has  obtained 
a  liberal  patronage  from  property  owners  and  con- 
tractors. 

The  premises  occupied  are  26x72  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, stocked  with  a  complete  assortment  of  plumbers' , 
steam  and  gas  fitters'  supplies.  Ever^^thing  in  the  way 
of  plumbing,  draining,  ventilating,  steam  and  gas  fit- 
ting is  executed. 

Contracts  are  entered  into  and  complete  fitting-up 
of  buildings  of  all  kinds  is  satisfactorily  accomplished 


Delaware's  Industries.  283 

In  sanitary  plumbing,  on  the  perfect  performance 
of  which  so  much  of  the  health  and  comfort  of  the  com- 
munity depend,  that  an  active  and  practical  experience 
is  certainly  an  element  to  secure  confidence,  after  a  life's 
experience  in  this  useful  avocation,  Mr.  Brison  is 
thoroughly  versed  in  every  detail  of  his  craft. 

The  shop  is  in  the  rear,  fitted  out  with  the  latest 
approved  appliances,  and  in  the  successful  conduct  of 
the  business  from  eight  to  ten  artisans  are  employed. 

A  special  feature  of  the  establishment  is  made  in 
the  prompt  and  efficient  execution  of  repair  and  job 
work  of  every  description.  Orders  by  mail  or  in  per- 
son are  attended  to,  and  all  work  or  contracts  entrusted 
to  this  house  are  faithfull_v  executed  as  regards  work- 
manship and  prices,  as  the  reputation  of  the  house  is 
sufiicient  guarantee  that  all  work  emanating  therefrom 
shall  rank  perfect  and  reliable. 

Mr.  John  Brison  is  a  native  of  the  state  of  Dela- 
ware and  a  member  of  the  Builders'  Exchange. 


Cahili.  &  Co.,   Carriage  Builders,    208  and  210 
Orange  Street. 

The  carriage  buildinginterestsin  this  section  have 
a  ver}'  strong  exponent  in  the  house  of  Messrs.  Cahill 
&  Co.  This  business  was  established  in  1878,  under 
the  name  of  Messrs.  Hudson  &  Cahill.  In  1S86  the 
present  style  was  adopted. 

The  plant  occupies  two  large  buildings,  one  35x60 
feet  in  dimensions,  three  floors  in  height,  and  one  about 
46x60  feet,  four  floors  in  height.     These  are  separated 


284  Delaware' s    Industries. 

by  an  alley  way  about  fifteen  feet  wide,  thus  giving 
plenty  of  room  for  storage  of  vehicles  for  repair  and  ship- 
ping stuff. 

The  business  is  divided  into  four  general  heads, 
nameh':  Blacksmith,  woodworking,  trimming  and 
painting,  giving  emplo5aiient  to  about  twenty  skilled 
workmen. 

The  principal  product  consists  of  extension  top 
wagons,  jump  seats,  phaetons,  surreys,  Brewsters,  side 
bars,  etc.  The  best  materials  are  used  and  the  best 
class  of  work  turned  out. 

Particular  attention  is  paid  to  repairing  and  re- 
painting all  kinds  of  carriages  and  wagons.  The  trade 
is  extensive,  lying  all  over  this  and  the  surrounding 
States. 

The  business  is  under  the  entire  management  of 
Mr.  P.  T.  Cahill,  a  thoroughl}-  experienced  and  practi- 
cal man  in  this  line  of  trade. 


Hertel  &  Co.,  Druggists,   301  East  Fourth  St. 

Among  the  best  known  drug  stores  in  this  section 
of  the  cit}'  may  be  mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  Hertel  & 
Co.  This  business  was  originally  established  by  Mr. 
August  Kuhlman,  in  1877,  who  managed  it  until  three 
and  a  half  years  ago,  when  it  came  under  the  present 
management. 

The  store  is  about  25x30  feet  in  dimensions,  with 
a  laboi-atory  in  the  rear,  under  the  personal  supervision 
of  Mr.  Hertel  himself,  thus  assuring  perfect  accuracy. 
A    full    line   of  fresh  drugs,    patent     medicines    and 


Delaware" s   Industries.  285 

toilet  articles  is  carried,  and  everything  in  a  first-class 
stock  of  drugs.  Physicians'  prescriptions  are  a  spe- 
cialty. 

Mr.  Emil  Hertel,  the  head  of  the  firm,  like  many 
of  our  successful  physicians,  is  a  native  of  Germany.  A 
graduate  from  the  Jefferson  Medical  College,  he  has 
been  prominent  in  public  as  well  as  private  life,  and 
now  is  in  the  responsible  position  of  one  of  the  city 
vaccine  physicians.  Commanding  a  large  and  success- 
ful practice,  Dr.  Hertel  is  respected  in  professional  as 
well  as  business  circles. 


George  McFerren,  Tin  and  Sheet  IronWork,  219 
Shipley  Street. 

Among  the  most  favorably  known  houses  of  this 
character  in  this  section  of  the  city  may  be  mentioned 
that  of  the  gentleman  whose  name  heads  this  article. 

Prior  to  this,  this  business  was  established  at  Sixth 
and  King,  in  Octobvjr,  1889,  by  McFerren  &  Co.  The 
move  was  made  to  the  present  quarters  in  March, 
1890,  Mr.  McVeigh  leaving  the  firm  October  ist,when 
the  present  proprietor  continued  solely. 

The  building  is  about  20x35  f^et  in  dimensions, 
two  floors  being  used.  The  upper  floor  is  the  shop. 
This  is  fitted  out  with  all  the  machinery,  tools  and 
appliances  requisite  for  the  pursuance  of  this  business. 

All  kinds  of  heater  work  is  done.  Tin  and  sheet 
iron  work  is  attended  to;  also  roofing,  spouting,  gutter- 
ing, tiling,  etc.  Corrugated  roofing,  as  well  as  putting 
in  heaters,  is  the  specialty,  but  everything  in  this  line 
is  executed. 


286  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Two  skilled  workmen  are  now  employed,  and  dur- 
ing the  season  a  requisite  number  of  skilled  hands  are 
resorted  to  to  fulfill  orders. 

Mr.  George  McFerren  is  well-known  in  trade 
circles  as  a  reliable  and  responsible  mechanic,  and  all 
work  emanating  from  his  premises  is  under  his  personal 
supervision,  thus  assuring  perfect  satisfaction  in  every 
detail  and  winning  the  respect  and  good  will  of  a 
select  patronage. 

As  a  business  man  he  well  merits  the  measure  of 
success  attending  his  efforts  to  conscientiously  perform 
that  which  devolves  upon  him. 


Selak  &  Young,  Cigars  and  Tobacco,  6i8  Market 
Street. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  more  popular  store  in  this 
section  with  the  men  than  that  of  Messrs.  Selak  & 
Young. 

These  gentlemen  purchased  the  business  here 
about  four  years  ago  from  Mr.  C.  G.  Garrettson,  and 
since  their  opening  have  built  up  a  very  large  trade 
here. 

The  store  occupied  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimen- 
sions, with  a  large  pool-room  in  the  rear. 

A  full  and  choice  selection  of  imported  and  do- 
mestic cigars  is  carried,  as  well  as  smoking  and  chew- 
ing tobacco,  cigarettes,  pipes  and  smokers'  articles 
generally. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  A.  W.  Selak 
and  C.  P.  Young.     The   business,   however,  is  under 


Delaware' s   industries.  287 

the  direct  manageinent  of  Mr.  Selak,  as  Mr.  Young  is 
a  native  of  York,  Pa.,,  where  they  also  are  engaged  in 
the  same  business. 

Their  places  of  business  in  both  places  are  re- 
cognized as  the  base  ball  headquarters.  Mr.  Selak 
for  several  seasons  managed  a  base  ball  club  in  this 
city  with  much  success. 


Wai^ker  &  Elliott,  Machinists  and  Builders  of 
Fertilizer  Mill  Machinery,  Second  and 
IvOMBARD  Streets. 

The  division  of  trades  has  become  such  a  strong 
factor  in  the  manufacturing  business  that  in  these  days 
many  concerns  have  devoted  themselves  exclusively  to 
one  line.  Among  such  plants  may  be  mentioned  that 
of  Messrs.  Walker  &  Elliott,  whose  business  has  gradu- 
ally become  one  alone  in  the  trades  for  the  manufac- 
turing of  machinery  for  fertilizer  mills. 

The  business  had  its  original  inception  in  the  per- 
sonage of  Mr.  John  W.  Hopkins,  who  managed  it  suc- 
cessfully for  ten  years,  when  the  present  firm  took 
charge  some  ten  years  ago. 

The  plant  covers  an  area  equal  to  that  of  a  triangle 
about  112x130x200  feet.  Three  buildings  are  used, 
the  smith  shop,  the  machine  shop  and  the  pattern 
shops. 

These  are  completely  fitted  out  with  the  newest 
and  most  approved  machinery,  each  being  devoted  to 
their  special  usages. 

The  firm  are  prepared  to  fit  out  the  whole  plant  of 
a  fertilizer  company,  all  the  different  machinery  being 


288  Delaware' s    Industries. 

built,  this  being  their  specialty.  Other  work,  however, 
is  done  as  well,  but  the  first  mentioned  is  the  principal 
trade. 

Among  the  many  large  mills  that  have  been  fitted 
out  by  this  company  may  be  mentioned  the  following: 
Messrs.  J.  K.  Taggart  and  Sharpless  &  Carpenter,  of 
Philadelphia,  and  F.  W.  Nickerson  &  Co.,  of  Easton, 
Md.;  Albany  Fertilizer  Co.,  at  Georgia;  Cordele  Guano 
Co.,  Georgia;  Durham  Fertilizer  Co.,  Durham,  N.  C; 
Durham  Fertilizer  Co.,  Richmond,  Va.;  Alexandria 
Fertilizer  Co.,  Alexandria,  Va. ;  Mobile  Phosphate  and 
Chemical  Co.,  at  Mobile,  Ala.;  G.  H.  Nichols  &  Co., 
Sherbrooke,  Province  of  Quebec — the  trade  lying  all 
over  this  section  of  the  continent,  from  Canada  to  the 
Gulf  of  Mexico,  and  some  of  the  Western  states. 

When  running  at  normal  capacity  the  business 
gives  employment  to  twenty-five  skilled  workmen. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  V.  C.  Wal- 
ker and  R.  T.  Elliott.  Both  gentlemen  stand  high  in 
the  mercantile  community.and  are  well-known,  socially 
as  well  as  commercially. 


G.  W.  Baker  &  Co.,  machinists,  214 French  st. 
W.  W.  Burlock,  coal  and  wood,  116  Monroe  st. 
Leslie  W.  Megowen,  marble  j^ard,  loth  andTatnall  sts. 
Jno.  Taylor,  steering  apparatus.  Front  ana  Tatnall  sts. 
Wm.  Purnell,  grocer,  3d  and  Walnut  sts. 
Pierce  &  Buson,  bricks,  3  W.  7th  st. 
J.  B.  &  B.  Reid,  furniture,  6th  and  Tatnall  sts. 
R.  H.  Carswell,  coal,  E.  4th  st. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  289 

Smith  &  Painter,  fruit  juices,  nth  and  Church  sts. 

Jas.  G.  Horley,  grocer,  Taylor  and  Spruce  sts. 

Thos.  Davidson,  marble  works,  5th  and  King  sts. 

Wilmington  Boarding  Stable,  212  W.  6th  st. 

H.  T.  Clark,  grocer,  7th  and  Jefferson  sts. 

E.  R.  Ewing  &  Co.,  grocers,  7th  and  JeJ0ferson  sts. 

Chas.  E.  Taylor,  cigars,  6th  and  Lombard  sts. 

Wm.  Hitchins,  grocer,  4th  and  Walnut  sts. 

W.  Jones  &  Co. ,  morocco,  104  Walnut  st. 

Jno.  McClaflferty,  liquors,  527  E   5th  st. 

W.  A.  Pryor,  drugs,  6th  and  Walnut  sts. 

J.  G.  Spath,  cigars,  4th  and  Walnut  sts. 

J.  E.  Rhoads  &  Son,  belting,  3d  and  Orange  sts. 

Parker  &  Stanley,  harness,  2d  and  Orange  sts. 

John  W.  Reeve,  carriages,  106  Orange  st. 

Eising  &  Lange,  packers,  407  Orange  st. 

Chapman,  Son  &  Co.,  cigars,  7th  and  Orange  sts. 

H.  L.  Maddux,  cigars,  302  French  st. 

C.  W.  Horn,  carriages,  no  French  st. 

M.  S.  Hukill,  dry  goods,  7th  and  Lombard  sts. 

Tray  nor  &  Co.,  plumbing,  218  E.  6th  st. 

M.  A.  J.  Springer  &  Co.,  implements,  215  W.  Front  st. 

Jno.  H.  Turner,  coal.  Front  and  King  sts. 

Jester  &  McDaniel,  stables,  419  W.  Front  st. 

Philip  Plunkett,  hay  and  straw,  106  W.  Front  st. 

E.  Mitchell,  Jr.,  roofing,  310  W.  Front  st. 

Fell  &  Joseph,  coal.  Front  and  Madison  st. 

Inter- Nos  M'fg  Co.,  wagon  m'fgs,  61  r  Front  st. 

W.  H.  Pierson  &Son,  planed  lumber,  421  W.  Frontst. 

P.  F.  Walsh,  plumbing,  624  W.  Front  st. 

Hentoeffer  &  Vaughn, pile  drivers, Front  and  Spruce  sts. 

Jno.  F.  Walker,  boots  and  shoes,  13  E.  3d  st. 


290  Delaware' s  Indzistries. 

Harvey  &  Sisler,  grocers,  103  E.  3d  st. 

Stephen  Downey,  wood  w^orker,  3d  and  Tatnall  sts. 

Bellah  &  Co.,  hardware,  3d  and  French  sts. 

Chas.  E.  Fritz  &  Co.,  morocco,  214  W.  3d  st. 

S.  F.  Blackiston,  grocer,  9th  and  Orange  sts. 

Jno.  Little,  grocer,  639  E.  5th  st. 

Wm.  Bush  &  Co.,  morocco,  114  Walnut  st. 

J.  I.  Breyer,  saw  mill,  Tatnall  and  R.  R.  sts. 

Chas.  Baird  &  Co.,  morocco,  3d  and  Tatnall  sts. 


Part  Second. 


DOVER. 


The  capital  of  the  State^  situated  very  near  its  center- 
It  is  a  large  and  flourishing  town,  located  on  the  Delaware 
Division  of  the  Philadelphia,  Wilmington  and  Baltimore 
Railroad,  on  the  Jones  Creek.  I'he  town  was  first  set- 
tled in  1683,  and  in  1694  was  made  the  county  seat.  It 
contains  many  fine  buildings  and  dwellings.  The  Hote- 
Richardson,  built  lately  by  Mr.  A.  B.  Richardson,  is  the- 
finest  south  of  New  York.  The  Delaware  Stare  Capitol  is.- 
an  imposing  structure,  and  the  Kent  County  Court  House 
also  claims  recognition.  The  post  office  and  the  Wil- 
mington Conference  Academy  occupy  beautiful  buildings. 

The  town  is  incorporated,  with  a  city  gas  and  water 
works;  electric  lights  have  lately  been  added.  The  city- 
contains  three  hotels,  two  banks,  three  weekly  newspapers^ 
five  churches  of  leading  denominations,  and  numerous- 
schools  and  academies.  The  leading  industry  of  the  city 
is  the  R.  &  R.  cannery,  which  employs  about  three  hun- 
dred persons.  Dover  is  the  shipping  point  of  a  large 
number  of  peach  orchards,  and  is  the  secDnd-sized  city  in. 
the  State. 

The  streets  are  well  laid  out  and  paved  in  the  best 
manner.  The  railroad  facilities  are  first-class,  Dover 
being  sixty-five  miles  from  Philadelphia  and  forty  fron» 
Wilmington. 


2.  Delaware' s  Industries. 

CowGiLL  Drug  Co.,  215  Loockerman  Street. 

Perhaps  the  above  establishment  is  the  widest  enter- 
prise of  its  kind  in  the  State.  This  business  was  originally 
started  by  Mr.  James  Cowgill  in  1838,  and  in  1848  he 
took  his  son,  Albert  Cowgil',  into  partnership,  making  it 
James  Cowgill  &  Son,  continuing  this  till  1880,  when  Mr. 
Cowgill,  senior,  died.  It  then  became  Cowgill  &  Creen, 
and  in  1889  it  was  changed  to  the  present  title.  The  store 
is  very  large,  being  about  25x80,  and  two  floors  in  height. 
It  is  fitted  in  hard  wood,  in  the  most  beautiful  and  com- 
modious manner.  The  stock  carried  is  extensive,  compris- 
ing a  full  assortment  of  all  kinds  of  fresh  and  pure  drugs, 
patent  medicines,  toilet  articles,  soaps,  sponges,  etc.  A 
full  line  of  artists'  materials,  paints,  school  books  and 
popular  literature  of  all  sorts  is  carried.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  wall  papers  and  window  shades,  all  varieties  and 
styles  being  kept  in  stock.  The  firm  are  the  original 
manufacturers  of  wood  stains,  five  in  number,  for  color- 
ing painted  or  unpainted  wood.  The  trade  is  wholesale 
as  well  as  retail,  and  embraces  all  of  the  peninsula.  Mr. 
Albert  Cowgill,  the  sole  proprietor,  having  spent  his  entire 
business  career  in  this  business,  is  fully  familiar  with  all 
Its  details  and  is  capable  of  supplying  all  demands  that 
may  be  made  upon  him.  He  is  a  native  of  Delaware, 
and  is  well  known  and  highly  respected  as  an  active  and 
enterprising  business  man. 


Richardson  &  Robbins'  Canning  Establishment. 

Synonymous  with  a  high  quality  of  canned  goods  is 

the  term  R.   &   R.     This  well-known  firm  established  in 

J1856  in  a  small  way;  gradually  the  trade  has  increased 

Hintil  at  present  it  is  the  largest  of  its  kind  in  the  country. 


Delaware^  s  Industries.  5 

In  1876,  at  the  demise  of  Mr,  Robbins,  Mr.  H.  A.  Rich- 
ardson was  taken  into  the  firm  and  the  old  title  retained. 

The  plant  occupies  a  number  of  two-story  brick 
buildings,  which  have  been  fitted  with  the  newest  and 
most  improved  machinery  in  every  branch.  Particular 
care  is  exercised  to  see  that  no  deleterious  substances  are 
allowed  to  enter  into  the  composition  of  the  products. 
Much  of  the  machinery  in  use  was  made  from  the  ideas  of 
Mr.  Richardson,  who  has  made  this  business  his  life's 
study,  and  with  what  success  it  falls  not  to  our  pleasure  to 
comment  in  these  pages. 

A  particular  feature  of  the  product  is  that  goods  are 
put  in  cans  that  open  with  a  key,  thus  saving  all  the 
trouble  and  annoyance  caused  by  the  old-fashioned  cans. 
This  firm  have  exclusive  control  of  the  patent  in  this 
country  and  are  destined  to  create  a  revolution  in  the 
canning  industry  of  the  country.  The  product  consists 
of  all  kinds  of  canned  specialties,  such  as  peaches,  pears, 
plum  pudding,  poultry,  hams,  beef  tongues,  and  in  fact 
almost  everything  but  vegetables.  The  trade  of  the  house 
is  bounded  only  by  the  oceans,  extending  from  Maine  to 
California.  The  R.  &  R.  brand  has  always  held  its  own 
against  all  comers.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs. 
A.  B.  Richardson  and  H.  A.  Richardson.  The  senior 
member  is  the  practical  man  of  the  business,  while  Mr. 
H.  A.  Richardson  has  the  financial  department  in  charge. 
These  gentlemen  are  too  well  known  to  require  any 
elucidation  at  our  hands  except  the  fact  that  Mr.  H.  A. 
Richardson  was  the  nominee  for  governor  by  the  Republi- 
can party  and  was  defeated  by  one  of  the  smallest 
majorities  ever  known  in  the  State.  As  business  men 
they  command  the  confidence  and  esteem  of  the  commer- 
cial world. 


Delaware's  hidush 


les. 


Delaware's    Industries.  5 

Hotel  Richardson.     A.  B.  Richardson,   Proprietor. 

To  the  traveling  public  nothing  gives  more  comfort 
than  a  first-class  hotel.  In  connection  with  this  subject 
we  refer  to  the  finest  hotel  in  the  State  of  Delaware,  and 
one  of  the  most  superbly  equipped  anywhere.  This 
building  was  built  in  1881.  It  is  a  structure  built  of  brick 
and  stone,  in  Queen  Anne  style,  being  situated  at  the 
intersection  of  two  prominent  streets,  giving  all  the  rooms 
an  outside  view.  The  main  entrance,  corridors,  reading 
rooms,  parlors,  and  dining  room  are  not  surpassed  by  any 
hotel  south  of  New  York.  The  building  is  heated 
throughout  by  steam,  lighted  with  gas,  and  supplied  with 
electric  bells,  with  water  closets  and  bath  rooms  on  every 
floor. 

The  hotel  contains  sixty-eight  rooms,  all  of  which 
are  large,  well  ventilated,  and  furnished  in  a  very  tasteful 
and  comfortable  manner,  many  of  them  being  arranged 
en  suite. 

The  table  and  service  are  exceptionally  fine,  all  the 
delicacies  of  the  season  being  obtained. 

The  fact  that  there  is  no  public  bar,  only  a  private 
wine-room  lor  guests,  has  its  many  advantages,  adding  to 
the  dignity  and  pleasure  of  this  house  as  a  family  resort. 
The  hotel  was  built  by  the  firm,  but  as  a  suitable  tenant 
was  not  to  be  found,  Mr.  Richardson  took  the  manage- 
ment himself,  and  although  a  new  enterprise  to  him  he 
has  succeeded  in  keeping  up  the  high  standard.  The 
terms  of  the  hotel  are  so  low  that  it  is  scarcely  on  a  paying 
basis,  and  the  traveling  public  are  not  unappreciative  in 
the  service  obtained. 

Too  much  merit  cannot  be  placed  on  the  efforts  of 
the  proprietor  in  sustaining  here  one  of  the  finest  equipped 
hotels  in  the  country. 


6  Delaware"  s  Industries. 

A.  J.  Campbell,  Bakery. 

Bread  has  been  styled  the  staff  of  life,  and  indeed  it 
is,  for  where  is  the  family  who  does  not  consume  large 
quantities  of  this  commodity  ?  Among  the  dealers  devot- 
ing their  energies  to  its  manufacture  may  be  mentioned 
Mr,  A.  J.  Campbell.  This  gentleman  started  here  about 
three  years  ago,  and  thus  far  he  has  been  most  successful. 
The  premises  are  of  ample  size,  being  located  on  Loocker- 
man  street.  The  bake-house  is  in  the  rear,  and  six  skilled 
hands  are  required  to  cater  to  the  demands  of  the  trade. 
Nothing  but  the  best  materials  are  used,  which  in  conjunc- 
tion with  the  skillful  manipulation  unites  in  producing  a 
first  quality  article  whose  weight,  flavor,  and  general 
excellence  is  not  surpassed.  Bread,  pies,  biscuits,  plain 
and  fancy  cakes  are  made  fresh  every  day.  A  specialty  is 
made  of  serving  bread  at  any  address  the  patrons  may 
desire.  The  trade  is  wholesale  as  well  as  retail,  and 
extends  all  over  the  peninsula,  a  team  being  used  to  serve 
the  local  trade.  Mr.  Campbell  has  been  in  this  business 
some  years,  and  is  thoroughly  practical  in  all  its  workings. 
He  is  a  native  of  Pennsylvania,  but  has  been  in  this  State 
for  some  time  past.  He  is  recognized  as  an  industrious 
and  energetic  business  man,  and  is  highly  respected  by  the 
community  at  large. 


Mrs.  M.  E.  Graham,  Millinery  and  Notions. 

Perhaps  in  nothing  is  the  average  lady  more  difficult 
to  please  than  in  the  selection  of  a  bonnet.  It  must  just 
suit  her  taste  or  else  she  will  not  be  pleased  with  it,  and 
when  once  satisfied  with  an  establishment  the  chances  are 
that  she  will  continue  to  deal  with  the  same  place. 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  j 

One  of  the  finest  millinery  stores  in  this  town  is  that 
of  Mrs.  M.  E.  Graham.  This  business  has  been  in  exist- 
ence for  more  than  a  score  of  years,  and  has  been  one  of 
the  most  successful.  The  premises  are  of  ample  size,  and 
are  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  attractive  manner.  A 
very  Lrge  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  choice  assortment 
of  hats,  bonnets,  ribbons,  feathers,  white  goods,  notions, 
and  fancy  goods  generally. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  trimming  hats  and  bonnets  to 
order,  in  the  latest  styles.  Mrs.  Graham  has  been  in  this 
business  many  years,  and  enjoys  the  closest  relations  with 
the  importers  and  jobbers  in  New  York  and  Philadelphia, 
and  is  thus  enabled  to  furnish  her  patrons  with  the  latest 
designs  in  headwear. 

She  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  Delaware,  and  is 
well  known,  socially  as  well  as  commercially. 


W.  D.  Walls,    Stoves,    Heaters,   Ranges,   and   Tin- 
work. 

The  question  of  economically  heating  a  house  has 
been  much  discussed.  One  of  the  easiest  ways  to  over- 
come it  is  to  visit  such  an  establishment  as  that  of  Mr.  W. 
D.  Walls. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  about  twelve 
years  ago,  and  has  been  most  successful,  due  to  personal 
attention  and  a  fine  line  of  goods.  The  premises  are  of 
ample  size,  and  are  in  every  way  fitted  in  a  first-class 
manner,  the  second  floor  being  used  as  a  workshop  and 
storage  room.  Every  modern  tool  and  appliance  is  util- 
ized, and  no  lack  of  attention  paid  to  the  demands  of  the 
trade. 


^  Delaware' s  Industries. 

A  large  and  well  selected  stock  is  carried,  comprising 
all  the  newest  and  best  styles  of  stoves,  heaters,  and 
ranges,  besides  all  kinds  of  housefurnishing  goods,  etc. 
A  specialty  is  made  of  repairing,  all  work  being  promptly 
and  neatly  executed.  The  services  of  three  men  are  con- 
stantly required,  and  all  work  is  under  the  personal  super- 
vision of  the  proprietor  himself,  a  practical  mechanic  and 
business  man. 

Mr.  Walls  has  been  in  this  business  some  time,  and 
9ias  gained  a  thorough  knowledge  of  its  details,  and  is 
•capable  o'f  supplying  all  demands  that  may  be  made  upon 
liim.  He  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  this  town,  and 
as  well  known  as  an  active  merchant. 


Advance    Steam    Laundry,     Bostic  &    Haman,    Pro- 
prietors. 

The  idea  that  a  steam  laundry  destroys  the  clothing 
lias  been  held  by  many  persons,  but  this  idea  has  proven 
itself  erroneous,  as  sufficient  test  has  been  made  of  the 
subject  to  fully  vindicate  a  steam  establishment  from  such 
an  appellation. 

In  connection  with  this  introduction  we  refer  the 
reader  to  the  "Advance  Steam  Laundry"  of  Bostic  & 
Haman.  This  enterprise  was  started  in  a  comparatively 
small  way,  about  three  years  ago  ;  but  by  persistent  efforts 
and  a  final  accomplishment  they  have  succeeded  in  build- 
ing up  an  extensive  trade,  reaching  out  as  far  as  125  miles 
distant  throughout  the  peninsula  and  adjoining  territory. 
A  year  ago  the  present  eligible  quarters  were  taken.  A 
large  building  is  used,  which  is  fitted  with  all  the  newest 
and  most  improved  laundrying  machinery.  All  kinds  of 
laundry  work  is  executed,  and  none  but  high-class  work 


Delaware's   Industries.  9 

emanates  from  the  premises.  To  prosecute  the  affairs  six 
skilled  hands  are  required.  This,  together  with  the 
improved  machinery,  enables  them  to  turn  out  an  immense 
amount  of  work. 

Dyeing  and  scouring  has  lately  been  added  to  the 
business,  the  firm  having  purchased  the  establishment  of 
Mr.  Savage  in  November,  1890. 

This  is,  without  exception,  one  of  the  finest  laundries 
in  the  State,  and  the  largest  this  side  of  Wilmington. 
The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  W.  8.  Bostic  and 
W  S.  Haman.  They  are  both  young,  active,  and  enter- 
prising business  men,  and  are  rapidly  pushing  to  greater 
proportions  the  enterprise  they  pursue. 


EzEKiEL  Galt,  Oysters. 

"Eat,  drink,  and  be  merry,"  an  old  proverb  which 
could  well  be  applied  to  such  an  establishment  as  that  of 
Mr.  Ezekiel  Gait. 

This  gentleman  opened  his  place  of  business  some 
time  ago,  and  thus  far  he  has  been  most  successful.  The 
premises  are  eligibly  located.  They  are  of  ample  size, 
and  in  every  respect  fitted  in  a  first-class  manner.  The 
culinary  department  is  under  the  supervision  of  a  capable 
chef,  and  everything  is  cooked  in  the  best  manner. 

Oysters  are  served  in  all  styles,  as  well  as  all  the  other 
delicacies  of  the  season. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  family  trade,  stewing  and  fry- 
ing oysters  being  constantly  kept  on  hand. 

Mr.  Gait  is  a  native  of  the  Diamond  Stale,  and  has 
become  very  well  and  favorably  known  in  this  section  as 
an  active  and  energetic  man  in  his  line  of  business. 


lo  Delaware's   Industries. 

George  W,  Benn,  Wall  Paperings  and  Painter. 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  trade  have  more  improvements 
been  made  than  in  the  decorating  line.  The  developments 
have  been  so  rapid  that  many  dealers  have  not  been  able 
to  keep  pace  with  the  increased  demand  for  new  styles. 
Among  the  most  successful  in  this  line  may  be  mentioned 
Mr.  G.  W.  Benn.  This  business  was  originally  established 
by  Messrs.  Cadmus  and  Benn,  about  a  score  of  years  ago, 
and  continuing  thus  until,  about  a  year  ago,  Mr.  Benn 
obtained  entire  control  of  the  business.  The  premises  are 
located  on  Loockermau  street.  They  are  of  ample  size  and 
fitted  in  a  very  neat  and  attractive  manner.  Here  may  be 
found  a  very  choice  collection  of  all  styles  of  wall  papers, 
from  the  cheaper  grades  to  the  finest  being  kept  on  hand. 
Picture  frames,  mouldings,  painters'  supplies,artists'  mater- 
ials and  everything  in  this  line.  Painting,  graining  and  glaz- 
ing is  also  done  in  the  best  manner,  and  upward  of  twelve 
skilled  men  are  employed  to  further  the  interests  of  the 
business.  A  line  of  ready  mixed  paints,  oils  and  varnishes 
is  also  kept.  Mr.  Benn  has  been  in  this  line  many  years 
and  is  fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  business,  and 
is  capable  of  pleasing  the  most  fastidious  patrons.  He  has 
been  a  life  long  resident  of  this  State.  He  is  an  active 
member  of  the  Odd  Fellows  and  well  known,  socially  and 
commercially. 


John  Satterfield,  Family  Grocer. 

In  comparing  the  relative  values  of  various  commercial 
enterprises,  those  which  contribute  most  largely  to  the 
supply  of  the  actual  necessities  of  mankind  should  have 
first  consideration,  and  we  know  of  none  more  important 
than    the  grocery  trade.     Perhaps   the    most    prominent 


Delaware's   Industries.  n 

representative  in  this  line  is  Mr.  John  Satterfield,  whose 
establishment  is  located  at  No.  109  Loockerman  street.  This 
business  was  established  by  H.  C.  Collison,  and  four  years 
ago  tlie  present  proprietor  took  the  entire  management. 

The  store  is  of  ample  size  and  is  fitted  in  the  most 
attractive  manner.  In  the  prosecution  of  the  business 
several  competent  assistants  are  employed  and  no  means 
spared  to  further  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of 
fancy  and  staple  groceries,  provisions,  canned  goods,  fine 
family  flour,  teas,  coffee,  spices,  kitchen,  toilet  and  table 
requisites.     A  specialty  is  made  of  queensware. 

Mr.  Satterfield  has  been  a  life  long  resident  of  thi? 
town.  He  has  proved  himself  a  public-spirited  citizen  and 
now  occupies  the  responsible  position  of  post-master  of 
Dover,  discharging  the  duties  of  this  vocation  to  the 
interests  of  his  constituents  and  the  community  at  large. 
As  a  merchant  Mr.  Satterfield  is  recognized  as  a  responsible 
dealer,  well  meriting  the  esteem  in  which  he  is  held. 


Miss  Elma  Foreaker,  Dress  Maker. 

Perhaps  in  nothing  is  the  average  lady  more  particular 
than  in  the  choice  of  her  dresses.  They  must  suit  her  or 
else  she  will  not  be  satisfied,  and  when  once  pleased  she 
will  continue  to  patronize  the  same  establishment  that 
caters  to  her  wants.  In  connection  with  this  subject  we 
refer  to  the  dressmaking  establishment  of  Miss  Foreaker. 
The  work  rooms  are  supplied  with  every  convenience  for 
the  prosecution  of  such  an  enterprise.  Eligibly  located 
on  Loockerman  street,  they  are  presided  over  by  one  who 
has  had  extensive  experience  in  this  line  as  a  practical 
fitter,  cutter  and  draper,  and   is  thus  qualified  to  pursue 


12  Delaware's   Industries. 

this  business  and  give  entire  satisfaction  to  her  patrons. 
At  times  the  assistance  of  skilled  help  is  required,  and  none 
but  the  most  skillful  hands  are  employed.  Dress  making 
in  all  its  many  branches  is  carried  on,  all  the  latest  styles 
being  received  from  the  great  fashion  centers  of  New  York 
and  Paris.  This  lady  started  business  here  about  ten  year3 
ago,  and  from  the  first  has  been  most  successful.  She  is  a 
native  of  Delaware,  and  is  very  well  known  in  this  vicinity. 
Since  establishing  here  she  has  proved  herself  a  consistent 
business  woman,  winning  the  esteem  and  goodwill  of  a 
select  trade. 


B.    Frank     Harris,    "  Shoer    of    Track    and    Road 
Horses,"    Shops    on    Loockerman    Street,    two 

DOORS  BELOW  BaYARD  HoUSE. 

The  value  of  a  horse  as  a  beast  of  burden  is  too  well 
known  to  require  any  comment,  but  it  is  sufficient  to  say 
that  in  order  to  obtaiii  the  best  work  from  an  animal  his 
feet  must  be  kept  in  perfect  condition.  None  but  a  thor- 
oughly experienced  blacksmith  should  be  allowed  to  shoe 
him.  One  of  the  most  capable  men  in  this  line,  and  one  who 
takes  pride  in  the  execution  of  fine  work,  is  Mr.  B.  Frank 
Harris.  This  gentleman  started  business  ten  years  ago, 
and  has  been  most  successful,  due  to  a  knowledge  of  the 
anatomy  of  the  h  rse's  hoof  and  a  scientific  training  in  the 
making  of  shoes,  a  specialty  being  made  of  road  and  track 
work. 

The  premises  are  large,  comfortable  and  the  finest 
built  shop  in  the  state,  fitted  with  the  newest  and  best  ap- 
pliances and  tools.  There  is  enough  room  to  comfortably 
shoe  twenty-five  head  of  horses  at  one  time. 


Delaware's   industries.  13 

Having  made  this  business  a  special  study,  he  is  thor- 
oughly familiar  with  all  the  many  details,  and  no  horse 
owner  need  hesitate  to  entrust  his  most  highly  valued 
stock  in  his  hands.  All  kinds  of  light  and  heavy  shoeing 
is  done. 

Mr.  Harris  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  has  been  here 
so  long  that  he  has  almost  become  a  Delawarean.  Although 
residing  here,  he  has  executed  work  for  four  of  the  leading 
breeders,  jockeys  and  horsemen  in  Philadelphia,  who  have 
had  their  stock  in  his  place  here. 


Wm.  Culveyhouse,  Shelf  Hardware,  Guns  and  Ammu- 
nition AND  Housekeeping  Goods. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  better  or  more  favorably 
known  house  in  this  line  in  the  vicinity  than  that  of  Mr. 
Wm.  Culveyhouse.  This  gentleman  opened  business  here 
about  five  years  ago,  and  through  his  activity  and  enter- 
prise has  built  up  a  large  trade.  A  special  feature  is  made 
of  all  kinds  of  repairing,  and  in  this  particular  every  facil- 
ity is  at  hand  to  further  the  patrons'  interest. 

The  store  is  of  ample  size,  and  is  located  on  Loocker- 
man  street.  It  is  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  commodi- 
ious  manner.  A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  the 
best  makes  of  guns,  rifles,  pistols,  ammunition  and  sporting 
goods  of  all  kinds,  besides  cutlery,  hardware,  tools  and  a 
line  of  household  goods  of  many  kinds  and  descriptions. 

Mr.  Culveyhouse  has  been  in  this  line  some  time,  and 
is  thoroughly  familiar  with  its  details.  He  is  a  native  of 
the  Hoosier  State  and  one  of  the  early  settlers  amid  perils 
and  vicissitudes. 


14  Delaware's    Industries. 

A.  B.  Moore,  Monumental  Stone  Works. 

With  the  increase  in  wealth  and  education  of  a  com- 
munity comes  an  increased  demand  for  all  kinds  of  fine 
architectural  and  monumental  stone  work.  The  most 
prominent  exponent  of  this  line  in  this  town  is  Mr.  A.  B. 
Moore. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  in  1881,  and  has 
been  thus  far  most  successful.  The  premises  occupy  a 
space  of  about  50x150  feet  on  Loockerman  street.  The 
workshop  has  been  fitted  with  all  the  newest  and  most  im- 
proved appliances.  Monumental  stone  work  of  all  kinds 
is  done  in  American,  Tennessee  and  Italian  marbles  and 
granites,  besides  various  kinds  of  architectural  work.  Mr. 
Moore  is  a  thoroughly  practical  man.  The  services  of 
several  capable  workmen  are  constantly  required. 

He  is  a  native  of  this  state,  and  is  well  known  and 
highly  respected  as  an  energetic  and  enterprising  business 
man. 


Stevenson  &  Slaughter,  Agricultural  Implements. 

Situated  as  Dover  is,  almost  in  the  center  of  one  of 
the  greatest  agricultural  states  in  the  country,  it  is  not  re- 
markable that  such  a  concern  should  make  its  headquart- 
ers here.  This  business  was  established  by  MacDaniel  & 
Stevenson  in  1862,  and  fifteen  years  ago  it  became  Messrs. 
Stevenson  &  Slaughter. 

The  premises  are  of  ample  size,  being  located  on 
State  street.  They  are  fitted  with  all  the  most  conven- 
ient methods  for  handling  the  business.  The  stock  carried 
is  very  heavy,  comprising  seeds,  farming  and  agricultural 
implements,  bricks,  coal,  general  hardware   for  builders' 


Delaware" s  Industries.  15 

and  household  use,  house-furnishing  goods,  ropes,  pulleys, 
tackle,  wire  screens  and  a  line  of  goods  too  comprehensive 
to  mention  in  detail. 

The  firm  are  agents  for  the  H.  W,  Johns  Co.  asbestos 
goods.  The  members  of  the  firm  are  Messrs.  Edwin  M. 
Stevenson  and  Stephen  Slaughter.  These  gentlemen  are 
known  as  active  and  enterprising  merchants,  the  senior 
member  of  the  firm  being  one  ot  the  oldest  merchants  of 
this  kind  in  the  state.  He  is  also  a  director  of  the  Farm- 
ers' Bank  of  the  State  of  Delaware  and  a  trustee  of  the 
Wilmington  Conference  Academy. 

Mr.  Slaughter  is  a  member  of  Councils,  and  both  com- 
mand the  esteem  of  trade  circles. 


Casson,  Fisher,  &  Co.,    Dealers   in    General    Mer- 
chandise. 

There  are  but  few  houses  that  enjoy  as  large  a  patron- 
age as  Messrs.  Casson,  Fisher  &  Co.  This  business  was 
originally  established  in  January,  1870,  by  Messrs.  Dyer 
&  Casson,  continuing  thus  until  1882,  when  it  was  changed 
to  the  present  title. 

The  premises  are  situated  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  of  ample  size,  and  are  in  every  respect  fitted  in  the 
neatest  and  most  attractive  manner.  Two  floors,  each 
30x70  feet  in  dimensions,  being  in  use.  A  large  stock  is 
carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of  dr^ss  goods,  notions, 
hosiery,  underwear  and  furnishing  goods,  groceries,  canned 
goods,  carpets,  and  in  fact  everything  a  stock  of  general 
merchandise  covers. 

The  management  of  affairs  is  devolved  upon  the 
following  gentlemen :  Messrs.  John  W.  Casson,  C.  W. 
Fisher,  and  William  Dyer.     These  gentlemen  are  all  well 


1 6  Delaware' s   hidusines. 

known  and  prominent  business  men.  Mr.  Casson  is  a 
member  of  the  School  Board  and  Mr.  Dyer  is  a  member  of 
Council. 

As  a  business  house  they  enjoy*  the  closest  relations 
with  producers  everywhere,  and  are  thus  enabled  to  supply 
the  demands  of  the  trade. 


American  Clothing  House.  H.  C.  Collison,  Pro- 
prietor. 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  trade  have  more  improvements 
been  made  than  in  the  manufacture  of  ready-made  cloth- 
ing. Owing  to  the  increased  demand  for  fine  garments 
at  moderate  prices  the  manufacturers  have  been  forced  to 
greatly  raise  the  standard  of  their  productivity. 

The  American  Clothing  House  stands  at  the  top  of 
the  heap  in  this  town,  as  a  rendezvous  for  high-class  goods 
at  moderate  figures. 

Mr.  H.  C.  Collison,  the  proprietor,  first  started 
business  in  this  city  nearly  twenty-two  years  ago  as  a  grocer 
and  dealer  in  general  merchandise.  Gradually  the  line 
was  changed,  until  twelve  years  ago  it  was  merged  into  a 
clothing  house  only. 

The  premises  now  utilized  are  located  on  Loockerman 
street.  They  are  of  ample  proportions,  occupying  a  three- 
story  brick  building,  which  is  fitted  in  the  most  attractive 
manner,  carrying  a  very  extensive  and  choice  selection  of 
all  kinds  of  men's,  youths',  and  boys'  clothing  in  the  lead- 
ing designs,  shades,  and  cuts,  besides  one  of  the  finest 
lines  of  hats,  caps,  and  furnishing  goods  of  every  descrip- 
tion. Mr.  Collison  enjoys  the  closest  relations  with  the 
manufacturers  in  New  York  and  Philadelphia,  and  is  thus 
enabled  to  furnish  his  patrons  with  the  best  goods  in  the 


Delaware's  Industries.  17 

market.  In  the  prosecution  of  this  business  several  quali- 
fied assistants  are  employed,  and  no  lack  of  attention 
bestowed  upon  the  demands  of  the  trade.  He  has  been 
a  lifelong  resident  of  the  State  of  Delrware,  and  has 
served  in  an  official  capacity,  having  been  quartermaster- 
general  for  two  administrations,  under  Governors  Stockley 
and  Hall,  in  which  position  he  served  to  the  entire  ap- 
proval of  his  constituents.  As  a  merchant  Mr.  Collison 
is  well  known  among  the  responsible  dealers. 


J.  J.  Green,  Pharmacist. 

The  importance  of  such  an  establishment  as  this  to 
the  community  can  readily  be  appreciated.  Without  it 
the  services  of  a  physician  would  be  of  little  benefit,  Mr. 
Green,  the  proprietor  of  the  establishment  now  under 
review,  first  started  business  in  this  town  about  fifteen  years 
ago,  and  from  the  inception  he  has  been  most  successful. 
About  a  year  ago  he  took  the  store  he  now  occupies.  It 
is  of  ample  size,  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  attractive 
manner.  A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of 
fresh  drugs,  chemicals,  patent  medicines,  fancy  toilet 
articles,  and  stationery. 

Particular  attention  is  paid  to  filling  physicians'  pre- 
scriptions in  the  most  careful  manner.  Mr.  Green  is  a 
specialist  in  the  pharmaceutical  department,  and  has  a 
finely-equipped  laboratory  for  the  compounding  of  physi- 
cians' and  family  recipes,  as  well  as  drug  and  chemical 
formulae  generally. 

A  native  of  Pennsylvania  and  a  graduate  of  the  Phil- 
adelphia GoUege  of  Pharmacy,  class  of  1875,  ^^  ^^  quali- 
fied by  learning  and  experience  to  pursue  this  critical  pro- 
fession, and  well  merits  the  esteem  and  confidence  he  has 
achieved. 


1 8  Delaware's  hiduslries. 

A.  R.  Benson,  Wholesale  and  Retail  Confectionery 
AND  Fruits. 

Perhaps  to  the  young  folks  of  this  town  there  is  not  a 
more  attractive  establishment  than  that  of  the  gentleman 
whose  name  heads  this  article,  located  on  Loockerman 
street. 

Mr.  Benson  first  started  business  as  a  grocer,  about 
seven  years  ago,  and  gradually  the  trade  has  merged  into 
the  confectionery  and  fruit  business.  The  premises  are  of 
ample  siz^  and  are  in  every  respect  fitted  in  the  neatest  and 
most  attractive  manner. 

Great  care  is  taken  in  purchasing  all  candy  to  see  that 
it  contains  no  deleterious  substances.  A  large  assortment 
of  candy,  bonbons,  mixtures,  creams,  chocolates,  marsh- 
mallows,  caramels  and  sweets  of  every  description  is 
constantly  kept  on  hand,  besides  foreign  and  domestic 
fruits,  nuts,  raisins,  etc.  No  lack  of  attention  is  paid  to 
the  demands  of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Benson  has  the  facilities  and  the  best  connection 
with  the  large  manufacturers,  so  that  he  is  enabled  to  sup- 
ply the  trade  at  wholesale.  Special  attention  is  given  to 
mail  orders,  and  goods  are  sent  to  any  part  of  the  penin- 
sula and  adjoining  territory. 

A  lifelong  resident  of  Delaware,  the  subject  of  this 
article  is  well  known  and  highly  respected  as  an  energetic 
and  enterprising  business  man. 


J.  S.  Rowan,  Cigars  and  Tobacco,  and  Newsdealer. 

Perhaps  no  habit  has  so  strong  a  hold  on  mankind  as 

the  use  of  tobacco.     Nearly  everyone  uses  it  in  one  form 

or  another — in  fact  we  are  all  slaves  to  this  seductive  weed. 


Delaware's  Industries.  19 

Among  the  dealers  catering  to  the  tastes  in  this  prac- 
tice may  be  mentioned  Mr,  J.  S.  Rowan,  This  gentleman 
started  business  here  about  seven  years  ago,  and  has  been 
most  successful. 

The  premises  are  situated  on  State  street.  They  are 
of  ample  size,  and  fitted  in  a  strictly  first-class  manner.  A 
large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of  imported 
and  domestic  cigars,  tobacco,  cigarettes,  pipes  and  smok- 
ers' articles  of  every  description. 

A  specialty  is  made  in  reading  matter.  All  the  Phila- 
delphia and  New  York  daily  and  weekly  newspapers  and 
current  literature  can  here  be  found,  and  any  orders  left 
for  papers,  periodicals,  magazines,  etc.,  can  be  supplied  at 
publishers'  prices, 

Mr,  Rowan  became  a  very  well  known  resident  of 
this  town,  and  is  highly  esteemed  in  a  social  and  business 
way,  as  no  means  are  left  open  that  may  cater  to  the  de- 
mands of  the  trade. 


S,  Taylor,  Merchant  Tailor. 

Perhaps  in  nothing  is  the  average  man  more  careful 
than  in  the  choice  of  his  clothes.  They  must  just  suit  his 
taste,  or  else  he  will  not  be  satisfied,  and  when  once  pleased 
the  chances  are  that  he  will  continue  to  deal  with  the  same 
establishment. 

One  of  the  oldest  and  best  known  in  this  line  in  the 
city  is  that  of  Mr.  S.  Taylor.  This  gentleman  started 
business  here  31  years  ago,  and  has  been  most  success- 
ful, numbering  among  his  patrons  some  of  the  best  dressed 
men  in  town. 

The  store  is  located  on  State  street  It  is  of  ample 
size,  and  is  fitted  very  neatly  and  nicely.     A  large  stock  is 


20  Delaware' s  hidustries. 

carried,  comprising  all  the  newest  and  most  attractive  de- 
signs in  fabrics  for  men's  wear.  None  but  the  most  skill- 
ful work  people  are  employed,  and  the  finest  kinds  of 
clothing  turned  out, 

Mr.  Taylor    is  a  native  of  Virginia,  but  has  been  in 
this  city  so  long  that  he  has  almost  become  a  Delawarean. 


J.  Frank  Allee,  Dealer  in    Watches,    Jewelry,  Sil- 
verware, AND  Clocks,  103  Loockerman  Street. 

With  the  increase  in  wealth  and  education  of  a  com- 
munity comes  an  increased  demand  for  objects  of  art  and 
personal  adornment  of  every  description. 

The  finest  estabtishment  in  Dover  whose  energies  are' 
devoted  to  this  line  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  Frank  Allee.  This  busi- 
ness was  originally  opened  in  1835,  by  the  father  of  the 
present  proprietor.  In  1872  he  was  taken  into  the  firm 
and  six  years  later  the  entire  management  was  devolved 
upon  him. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  on  the  main  busi- 
ness thoroughfare  of  the  town.  They  are  of  ample  size 
and  beautifully  furnished.  The  stock  carried  is  very  large, 
comprising  a  full  assortment  of  all  kinds  of  precious 
stones,  diamonds,  watches  of  Swiss  and  American  manu- 
facture, clocks,  bronzes,  fine  china,  silverware  and  jew- 
elry of  every  description.  Particular  attention  is  paid  to 
repairing,  all  work  being  neatly  and  promptly  executed. 

Mr.  Allee  enjoys  the  closest  relations  with  the  im- 
porters in  New  York  and  Philadelphia,  and  is  thus  enabled 
to  furnish  his  patrons  with  the  newest  and  most  attractive 
designs.  He  is  well  known  here,  commanding  the  esteem 
of  social  as  well  as  commercial  circles,  being  Junior  War- 
den of  the  Masons  and  the  receiver  of  the  A.  O.  U.  W. 


Delaware's   Industries.  21 

Chas.  P,  Zisette,  Tonsorial  Artist  and  Baths, 

Nothing  is  more  enjoyable  than  a  first-class  barber 
shop.  Perhaps  the  best  one  in  this  town  is  that  of  Mr. 
Chas.  P.  Zisette.  This  gentleman  started  business  here 
about  ten  years  ago,  and  has  built  up  an  extensive  patron- 
age, due  to  attention  to  the  details  of  the  business. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  of  ample  proportions,  and  are  in  every  particular  fitted 
in  a  first-class  manner  with  three  chairs,  thus  obviating  the 
necessity  of  long  waits. 

A  special  feature  of  the  business  is  the  bath  accommo- 
dations attached.  Hot  and  cold  baths  and  every  refresh- 
ing convenience  is  here  enjoyed.  Several  skilled  attend- 
ants are  employed.  Shaving,  hair  cutting  and  shampoo- 
ing is  done  in  such  a  manner  that  it  is  a  pleasure  in  place 
of  a  duty.  All  kinds  of  ladies'  and  children's  hair  and  bang 
cutting  is  done  in  the  latest  styles.  A  line  of  barbers' 
supplies  is  carried  for  the  convenience  of  the  trade. 
Razors,  soaps,  brushes,  oils,  tonics,  bay  rum,  etc. 

Mr.  Zisette  has  been  in  this  line  some  years,  and  is 
thoroughly  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  business,  be- 
sides capable  of  serving  the  most  fastidious  patrons. 

He  is  a  native  of  France,  but  has  been  in  this  country 
for  eighteen  years,  winning  the  goodwill  of  those  with 
whom  he  forms  business  relations. 


Chas.  E.  Treidler,  Merchant  Tailor. 

To  the  average  young  man  the  question  of  dressing 
well  is  one  of  vital  importance.  The  best  and  largest  mer- 
chant tailoring  establishment  this  side  of  Wilmington  is 
Mr.  Chas.  E.  Treidler.     This  gentleman  started  business 


22  Delaware' s  Industries, 

in  Milford  thirty  years  ago,  and  about  two  years  ago  he 
came  here  and  opened  his  present  store  on  Loockerman 
street.  It  is  of  ample  size  and  is  in  every  respect  first- 
class. 

A  large  stock  of  imported  and  domestic  fabrics  for 
men's  wear  is  carried,  comprising  all  the  season's  novelties 
in  checks,  plaids  and  stripes. 

None  but  the  most  skillful  work  people  are  employed, 
and  upwards  of  twelve  hands  are  employed  in  and  out  of 
the  building,  the  cutting  being  done  under  the  personal 
supervision  of  Mr.  Treidler  himself,  an  experienced,  sci- 
entific   draughtsman    and    fitter;  thus  perfect  fit  is  assured. 

The  trade  of  this  house  is  extensive,  reaching  all  over 
the  peninsula  and  within  a  radius  of  loo  miles  into  por- 
tions of  Delaware  and  Maryland.  With  extended  facilities 
and  a  long  experience  in  this  branch  of  trade,  Mr.  Treidler 
is  fully  capable  of  supplying  the  demands  of  the  most 
fastidious. 

He  is  a  native  of  Germany,  but  has  been  in  this  coun- 
try many  years.  A  member  of  the  Masons,  Odd  Fellows 
and  Knights  Templar,  he  stands  well  in  social  and 
business  channels  alike. 


T.  O.  CuLBRETH,  Dealer  in  General  Merchandise. 

When,  in  compiling  a  work  of  this  character,  we  no- 
tice that  a  firm  has  been  in  active  existence  for  a  long 
time,  we  feel  no  hesitancy  in  recommending  our  readers  to 
deal  with  such  a  house.  Perhaps  there  is  not  an  older  or 
better  house  in  this  town  than  that  of  Mr.  T.  O.  Culbreth. 
This  business  was  started  in  1857,  and  since  that  time  has 
been  under  the  same  management. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  23 

The  store  is  of  ample  proportions,  being  32x57  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  is  fitted  in  the  best  and  most  commo- 
dious manner.     It  is  located  on  State  street, 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  full  as- 
sortment of  dry  goods,  notions,  hosiery,  groceries,  canned 
goods,  china  and  glassware,  teas,  coffees,  spices,  in  fact 
almost  everything  the  term  general  merchandise  covers. 
To  facilitate  the  work  of  the  establishment  competent  as- 
sistance is  required,  and  no  pains  spared  to  cater  to  the 
wants  of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Culbreth  has,  through  his  long  and  tried  expe- 
rience in  this  line,  become  familiar  with  all  its  details, 
and  is  capable  of  fully  supplying  all  demands  that  may  be 
made  upon  him. 

He  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  has  been  in  this  town 
for  some  years,  and  is  well  known  as  an  active  and  enter- 
prising merchant. 


James  H.  Vane,  Photographer. 

The  only  photographer  of  any  importance  in  this 
town  is  Mr.  James  H.  Vane.  This  gentleman  started  busi- 
ness here  more  than  a  score  of  years  ago,  and  through  his 
energy  and  ability  he  has  built  up  a  large  patronage. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  of  ample  proportions,  with  every  convenience  at  hand  to 
conduct  a  first-class  establishment.  Photographs  of  all 
kinds  are  taken  in  the  best  manner.  A  specialty  is  made 
of  tintypes,  and  also  of  outside  work,  and  orders  for  any 
kind  of  crayon  and  India  ink  portrait  or  picture  can  be 
readily  filled. 

Mr.  Vane  has,  through  his  long  and  tried  experience 
in  this  line,  become  fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of 


24  Delaware's  Indtistries . 

the  work,  and  is  capable  of  supplying  the  demands  of  the 
most  fastidious. 

He  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  Delaware,  and  is 
well  known  and  highly  respected.  He  has  in  his  posses- 
sion pictures  of  the  recently  made  monument  of  CaBsar 
Rodney,  one  of  the  signers  of  the  Declaration  of  Inde- 
pendence, and  whose  remains  have  been  interred  here. 
These  pictures  are  supplied  to  the  trade. 


*' Temple  of  Fashion."      E.  A.   Marcus,  Proprietor. 

Perhaps  of  all  the  goddesses  followed  by  humanity 
none  is  more  fickle  than  the  goddess  of  fashion.  Nearly 
all  women  are  worshippers  of  this  deity.  In  order  to  keep 
fully  up  to  her  new  notions  a  dealer  must  be  fully  alive 
to  the  demands  of  a  fastidious  trade. 

Among  the  best  known  in  this  section  of  the  country 
may  be  mentioned  Mr.  E.  A.  Marcus.  This  gentleman 
started  business  here  four  years  ago,  and  thus  far  he  has 
been  most  successful — due  to  active  enterprise  and  a  desire 
to  lead  in  his  line  of  pursuit. 

The  store  is  located  on  Loockerman  street.  It  is  of 
ample  proportions  and  is  fitted  in  the  most  beautiful  man- 
ner. A  very  large  and  choice  stock  is  carried,  comprising 
everything  in  the  line  of  ladies'  dresses  and  cloaks,  ladies' 
furnishing  goods  of  endless  variety,  millinery,  fancy 
goods,  and  in  fact  everything  in  the  way  of  ladies'  wear- 
ing apparel. 

Mr.  Marcus  has  had  some  years  of  experience  in  this 
line,  and  is  fully  alive  to  the  demands  of  his  ever-increas- 
ing trade,  fully  capable  of  supplying  it  in  every  particular. 
This  gentleman  without  a  doubt  is  entitled  to  the  claim  of 
having  the  finest  store  and  stock  of  his  kind  this  side  of 


Delaware' s  Industries.  25 

Wilmington,  and  well  merits  the  confidence  and  esteem  in 
which  his  services  are  held,  by  supplying  the  best  product 
at  the  lowest  figures. 


Miss  M.  M.  Smith,  MiLLrNERv  and  Fancy  Goods. 

In  nothing  is  the  average  lady  more  difficult  to  please 
than  in  the  choice  of  a  bonnet.  .It  must  just  suit  her 
taste,  or  else  she  will  not  be  entirely  satisfied,  and  when 
once  suited  the  chances  are  in  favor  of  her  dealing  with 
the  same  house  which  shows  her  these  favors. 

Perhaps  the  best  known  milliner  in  town  is  the  lady 
whose  name  heads  this  article.  Establishing  business  here 
about  four  years  ago,  from  the  first  she  has  been  most  suc- 
cessful, due  to  enterprise  and  a  fine  line  of  goods. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  neatly  and  attractively  fitted,  with  a  workroom  in  the 
rear.  A  large  and  carefully  selected  assortment  of  ladies' 
hats  and  bonnets  is  shown,  besides  all  kinds  of  ribbons, 
trimmings,  notions,  and  fancy  goods  generally.  A  specialty 
is  made  of  trimming  bonnets  and  hats  to  order  in  the 
latest  metropolitan  styles.  Several  skilled  assistants  are 
employed  in  this  department.  Miss  Smith  has  become 
quite  familiar  with  this  business,  and  is  capable  of  suiting 
the  most  fastidious, 

A  native  of  Maryland,  but  a  resident  here  for  nearly 
a  lifetime,  she  is  well  and  favorably  known  in  social  and 
trade  circles. 


Arthur    R.    Boyle,    Watchmaker   and    Jeweler,    15 
Loockerman  Street. 
There   are   but    few   better  or  more  favorably  known 
houses  of  this  nature  in  this  section   than   that  of  Mr.  A. 


26  Delaware' s   Industries. 

R.  Boyle.  This  gentleman  started  business  here  about  six 
years  ago,  and  has  through  his  ability  and  energy  built  up 
a  steady  patronage. 

The  store  is  situated  at  No.  15  Lockerman  street.  It 
is  of  ample  size  and  is  nicely  arranged  in  the  most  attract- 
ive manner.  A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all 
the  best  makes  of  gold  and  silver  watches,  clocks,  jewelry, 
silverware,  and  optical  goods  of  every  description.  Mr. 
Boyle  is  a  thoroughly  practical  man  in  this  line,  and 
makes  a  specialty  of  repairing,  all  work  being  neatly  and 
promptly  done.  The  repairing  department  is  under  his 
personal  supervision,  thus  qualified  to  give  satisfaction  in 
every  particular. 

Mr.  Boyle  is,  like  many  of  our  most  successful  business 
men,  a  foreigner  by  birth,  but  had  lived  in  New  York  some 
time  before  coming  to  Dover.  Since  establishing  here  he 
has  won  for  himself  the  respect  of  the  community  by  en- 
terprise and  executive  ability.  Formerly  a  member  of  the 
National  Guard,  and  holding  the  commission  of  Lieuten- 
ant-Colonel, First  Regiment,  Dover,  he  two  years  ago 
resigned  this  position,  and  now  holds  the  esteem  of  mar- 
tial as  well  as  commercial  circles. 


William  Moncur,  Bakery. 

Bread  has  been  called  the  "staff  of  life,"  and  indeed 
it  is,  for  where  is  the  family  who  does  not  consume  large 
quantities  of  the  commodity  ?  One  of  the  best  and  most 
favorably  known  bakers  in  this  town  is  Mr.  William  Mon- 
cur. This  gentleman  started  business  here  a  little  more 
than  a  year  ago,  and  has  already  built  up  quite  a  large 
patronage. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  27 

The  premises  are  located  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  of  ample  size  and  fitted  in  a  first-class  manner.  Noth- 
ing but  the  best  materials  are  used,  which  produce  the 
finest  quality  product.  Bread,  pies,  biscuits,  plain  and 
fancy  cakes  are  made ;  a  full  stock  of  confectionery  and 
candy  is  also  kept.  Ice  cream  and  water  ices  are  also 
served.  A  specialty  is  made  of  serving  families,  balls, 
parties,  weddings,  etc. 

Mr.  Moncur  is  a  native  of  Scotland,  but  has  been  in 
this  country  two  years,  since  which  time  he  has  become 
well  known  in  his  channels  of  trade. 


Clarke  &  McDaniel,  Druggists. 

Perhaps  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  establish- 
ment of  this  character  is  that  of  Messrs.  Clarke  &  Mc- 
Daniel.  This  business  was  started  in  1879  under  the  same 
title. 

The  premises  are  located  at  No.  25  Loockerman  street. 
They  are  of  ample  proportions  and  fitted  in  a  most  com- 
modious manner.  A  very  large  stock  of  all  kinds  of  fresh 
and  pure  drugs,  chemicals,  patent  medicines,  fancy  toilet 
articles,  soaps,  perfumery  and  sponges,  etc. ,  are  kept.  The 
laboratoiy  is  in  the  rear.  This  department  is  under  the 
personal  supervision  of  the  proprietors  themselves — both 
analytical  and  synthetical  chemists  of  experience,  and  are 
thus  qualified  to  pursue  this  critical  avocation  to  the  entire 
confidence  of  the  community. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  school  stationery  and  school 
books,  all  text  books  being  obtainable  here.  In  addition 
to  the  above  business  the  firm  are  also  agents  for  the 
Adams  Express  Company,  packages  being  forwarded  to  all 
points  of  this  and  foreign  countries. 


28 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


H.   REEDY. 


Delaware' s   industries.  29 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  E.  L.  Clarke  and  Harry 
McDaniel.  They  have  both  passed  the  Delaware  State 
Board  of  Pharmacy,  and  are  thoroughly  competent  drug- 
gists. 


H.  Reedy,  the  Largest  Boot  and  Shoe  House. 

It  was  formerly  almost  impossible  to  obtain  a  good 
shoe  ready-made,  but  owing  to  the  many  improvements  in 
machinery  and  stock,  it  is  now  useless  to  buy  custom-made 
shoes. 

Among  the  large  dealers  devoting  his  energies  to  the 
sale  of  ready-made  shoes  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  H,  Reedy. 
This  gentleman  started  business  in  this  city  about  fifteen 
years  ago  in  a  comparatively  small  way,  but  through  his 
activity  and  energy  the  trade  has,  however,  greatly  in- 
creased, until  the  business  is  the  largest  of  its  kind  in  this 
section.  The  store  is  located  on  Loockerman  street.  It  is  of 
ample  size,  and  is  in  every  respect  fitted  in  the  neatest  and 
most  complete  manner. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  large  as- 
sortment of  the  best  makes  of  boots,  shoes,  rubbers  and 
slippers  for  men,  ladies  and  misses.  Hats  and  caps  and 
rubber  goods  of  all  kinds  are  also  sold. 

Mr.  Reedy  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  State, 
and  is  widely  known  as  an  enterprising  merchant.  He  is 
a  member  of  the  Masons  and  is  a  Knight  Templar.  He  has 
also  held  official  honors,  having  been  chosen  President  of 
Councils,  the  highest  executive  position  in  the  town  gov- 
ernment, and  is  now  the  President  of  the  Board  of  Trade 
organized  this  month.  Mr.  Reedy  fulfilled  the  many 
capacities  of  his  positions  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  the 
community  and  his  constituents. 


30  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Prettyman  Bros.,  Dealers  in  Boots  and  Shoes. 

It  was  formerly  almost  impossible  to  obtain  a  good 
shoe  ready  made,  but  owing  to  the  many  improvements 
made  by  the  manufacturers  the  best  quality  of  shoes  can 
now  be  purchased  ready  made. 

Among  the  larger  and  the  finest  shoe  stores  in  this 
town  is  that  of  Messrs.  Prettyman  Bros.  These  gentlemen 
started  business  here  about  eight  years  ago,  and  have  been 
most  successful,  due  to  consistent  business  methods  and  a 
fine  line  of  goods. 

The  store  is  located  on  Loockerman  street.  It  is  of 
amjjle  size,  and  is  in  every  way  fitted  in  the  most  attrac- 
tive manner. 

A  heavy  stock  of  boots,  shoes,  rubbers,  slippers  and 
foot  wear  generally  is  carried  for  ladies,  misses,  children 
and  men's  wear,  from  the  most  substantial  brogan  to  the 
finest  house  slipper.  Custom  work  is  also  done  in  the 
most  carelul  manner. 

This  department  is  supplied  with  the  requisite  and 
skilled  workmen. 

The  individual  members  of  the  fiim  are  Messrs.  Chas. 
B.  and  Clarence  Prettyman,  both  of  whom  are  fully 
familiar  with  this  branch  of  commercial  pursuit,  and  thus 
capable  of  supplying  all  demands  that  may  be  made  upon 
them. 

Since  founding  here  they  have  won  the  esteem  of  a 
fine,  substantial  trade,  and  are  recognized  reliable  dealers. 


J.  C.  WiNDOLPH,  Boots  and  Shoes. 

One  of  the  oldest  and  best   known  establishments  of 
this  character  in  this  town  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  C.  Windolph. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  31 

This  business  was  originally  established  many  years  ago  by 
the  father  of  the  present  owner.  After  successfully  man- 
aging it  for  thirty  years,  he  turned  it  over  to  his  son,  who 
has  been  here  for  ten  years  past. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Loockerman  street.  They 
are  of  ample  proportions  and  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most 
commodious  manner  witli  every  tool  and  appliance  requi- 
site for  the  pursuance  of  this  craft. 

Formerly  a  large  stock  was  carried,  but  of  late  years 
custom  work  and  repairing  has  been  the  main  part  of  the 
business,  and  in  this  department  the  proprietor  is  equipped 
with  facilities  and  experience  sufficient  to  cater  to  a  first- 
class  trade. 

Mr.  Windolph  has  spent  nearly  all  his  business  career 
in  this  line,  and  is  thoroughly  practical  in  every  depart- 
ment. He  is  an  active  member  of  the  Robbins  Hose  Co., 
the  Order  of  Tonti,  and  is  Second  Lieutenant  of  Co.  D,  of 
Dover ;  well  known  in  martial  as  well  as  social  circles. 
He  commands  the  esteem  of  those  with  whom  he  forms 
business  and  social  relations. 


D.  A.  Lawson,  Meat  and  Provision  Market. 

The  consumption  of  a  certain  quantity  of  meat  is  nec- 
essary to  the  preservation  of  health,  and  it  is  desirable  that 
only  the  best  quality  be  eaten.  One  of  the  best  dealers  in 
this  line  in  the  town  is  Mr.  D.  A.  Lawson.  This  gentle- 
man started  business  here  about  eight  years  ago,  and 
through  his  activity  and  energy  has  built  up  a  large  patron- 
age. 

The  store  is  located  on  Loockerman  street.  It  is  of 
ample  size,  and  is  i^^  every  way  fitted  in  the  most  coramo- 


32  Delaware' s   Industries. 

dious  manner,  a  large  refrigerator  being  used  for  storage 
purposes  and  the  preservation  of  meats.  Here  may  be 
found  at  all  times  a  large  assortment  of  the  choicest  cuts  of 
beef,  mutton,  veal,  lamb  and  pork.  All  meat  sold  is  killed 
under  the  immediate  supervision  of  Mr.  Lawson,  who  is  a 
practical  butcher,  and  can  thus  vouch  for  the  health  and 
purity  of  his  stock.  Fruits,  vegetables,  butter  and  eggs, 
and  all  kinds  of  provisions,  as  well  as  spices,  pure  and  free 
from  adulteration, 

Mr.  Lawson  is  a  native  of  this  state,  and  is  an  active 
member  of  Post  3,  G.  A.  R.,  having  fought  in  the  Third 
Delaware  Regiment  for  more  than  three  years  during  the 
late  war.   He  is  also  a  member  of  the  Fraternal  Guardians. 


W.    E.    Smith,    Funeral    Director    and     Furniture 
Dealer. 

Perhaps  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  merchant 
of  this  class  is  Mr.  W.  E.  Smith.  This  gentleman  started 
business  in  1870,  and  through  his  energy  and  enterprise 
he  has  built  up  quite  an  extensive  trade. 

The  premises  are  of  ample  size,  being  about  20x40 
feet  in  dimensions  and  two  stories  in  height,  with  two  large 
storage  rooms  in  the  rear.  Here  may  be  found  a  very 
large  and  choice  assortment  of  bed  room,  parlor,  kitchen, 
dining  room  and  office  furniture,  besides  all  kinds  of 
fancy  brackets  and  cabinet  work.  Bedding  and  mattresses 
are  also  kept. 

A  special  feature  is  the  undertaking  department. 
Every  facility  is  at  hand  for  the  prosecution  of  this  busi. 
ness,  and  no  lack  of  attention  paid  to  details.  Mr.  Smith 
is  a  practical  embalmer  and  a  prominent  advocate  of  the 


Delaware' s  Industries.  33 

scientific  treatment  of  bodies.  Giving  his  personal  atten- 
tion to  this  branch  of  the  trade,  he  is  qualified  to  ensure 
the  utmost  confidence  and  satisfaction. 

The  subject  of  this  review  has  been  a  resident  of  this 
town  for  nearly  half  a  century.  He  is  an  active  Mason 
and  a  member  of  the  B.  and  L,  Association.. 

During  the  late  crisis  in  this  country  he  enlisted  in  the 
First  Delaware  Cavalry,  and  was  soon  raised  to  Quarter- 
master Sergeant,  a  position  which  he  held  for  three  years. 
He  commands  the  esteem  of  the  trade  world  as  a  reliable 
dealer. 


D.  C.  Montgomery,  Jr.,    Dealer   in    General    Mer- 
chandise. 

Among  the  new  stores  that  have  opened  in  this  vicin- 
ity during  the  past  year,  none  give  promise  of  greater  suc- 
cess than  that  of  Mr.  D.  C.  Montgomery,  Jr.  This  gen- 
tleman established  business  in  this  town  some  four  years 
ago,  and  has  occupied  his  present  quarters  since  September, 
1890.  Thus  far  he  has  received  every  evidence  of  con- 
tinued patronage,  due  to  consistent  business  principles  and 
a  fine  quality  of  goods. 

The  store  is  located  on  Loockerman  street.  It  is  of 
ample  size,  being  about  25x80  feet  in  dimensions,  and  two 
floors  are  used.  It  is  newly  fitted  in  oak,  and  is,  without 
doubt,  the  most  beautiful  store  in  Dover.  The  first  floor 
is  devoted  to  dry  goods,  dress  goods,  notions,  ladies'  and 
men's  furnishing  goods,  and  all  kinds  of  fancy  and  staple 
groceries,  queensvvare,  etc.,  while  on  the  second  floor 
a  very  choice  selection  of  carpets,  wiltons,  moquettes, 
brussels,  rugs,  mats,  oil  cloth  and  linoleum  is  carried. 


34  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Mr.  Montgomery  is  a  young  and  enterprising  business 
man,  and  he  is  rapidly  pushing  his  business  to  the  front. 
He  has  been  a  resident  of  this  town  for  twelve  years  past, 
and  is  very  well  known. 

First  Assistant  Chief  of  the  Fire  Department,  he  com- 
mands the  esteem  of  trade  as  well  as  social  circles. 


A.  Leiberman,  clothing. 

Geo,  M.  Donnelly,  plumber, 

Wm.  T.  Kellum,  machinist. 

Thos.  E.  Oskins,  cigars. 

Jno.  Carrow,  men's  furnishings. 

J.  D.  Deane,  cigars. 

J.  E.  Phillips,  cigars. 

Jos.  Levi,  clothier. 

Bayard  House. 

J,  H,  Hazel  &  Bro.,  meat  market. 

J.  G.  Lewis,  butcher. 

Wm.  Y.  Boone,  grocer, 

Downes  &  Co.,  millinery. 

J,  E.  Betts,  general  merchandise. 

T.  M.  Gooden,  general  merchandise. 

Mrs.  L.  B,  Bunn,  notions. 

J.  J.  Scanlon,  grocer. 

T.  Scanlon,  cigars, 

E,  P,  Willis,  general  merchandise. 

Jos.  Weehrs,  baking. 

W.  F.  Christopher,  groceries. 

Harry  A.  Behen,  general  merchandise. 

Hazel  &  Penniwell,  lumber  yard. 

J.  Behen,  Jr.,  general  merchandise. 


Delaware" s  Industries.  35 


Thos.  J.  Stevenson,  grocer. 

Frank  McCue,  harness. 

G.  T.  Harris,  cigars. 

C.  L.  Christopher,  confectionery. 

J.  T.  Carter,  boots  and  shoes. 

A.  B.  Carter,  meats. 

W.  F.  Collins,  grocer. 

Banner  Bros.,  farming  implements. 


36 


Delaware' s  Industries. 


MILFORD. 


The  largest  and  most  prominent  town  south  of  Dover, 
It  is  situated  on  the  Misphelion  river,  which  divides  into 
two  portions,  the  larger  portion  being  in  Kent  county, 
while  the  smaller  is  in  Sussex.  The  railroad  facilities  are 
very  good,  it  being  located  on  the  Delaware,  Maryland  and 
Virginia  branch  of  the  Philadelphia,  Wilmington  and  Bal- 
timore Railroad. 

The  government  consists  of  three  Commissioners  from 
each  hundred  and  a  Chief  Magistrate.  Previous  to  1867 
the  river  furnished  the  only  transportation.  In  that  year 
the  railroad  was  opened,  and  since  then  this  town  has  had 
a  continuous  and  steady  increase. 

It  is  well  lighted  with  gas,  and  an  electric  plant  has 
been  lately  added.  Ship  building  and  canning  are  the 
principal  manufacturing  industries,  three  firms  being  en- 
gaged in  the  former  branch.  Two  weekly  newspapers  are 
in  operation,  and  the  First  National  Bank  of  Milford  is 
one  of  the  strongest  in  the  State.  Two  good  schools  and 
six  churches  of  prominent  denominations  are  located  here. 
The  city  is  one  of  the  Republican  strongholds  of  the  State, 
the  population  being  about  3,500;  and  without  doubt  Mil- 
ford  is  one  of  the  most  progressive  and  best  towns  in  the 
State.  It  is  the  shipping  point  of  a  large  number  of  peach 
orchards,  and  is  the  objective  point  of  all  purchasers  of 
this  delicious  fruit. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  2n 

Central  Hotel.     F.  H.  Kramlich,  Proprietor. 

In  the  Central  Hotel,  Mil  ford  has  a  hotel  sec- 
ond to  none  in  this  section,  fitted  up  to  the  most  ad- 
vanced modern  standard,  and  in  every  way  reflecting 
credit  on  the  able  management. 

Mr.  Kramlich  has  been  a  resident  of  Milford  as  the 
proprietor  of  the  Central  Hotel  for  about  three  years.  He 
brings  to  bear  special  qualifications,  uniting  practical  ex- 
perience to  perfected  facilities,  and  has  thoroughly  mas- 
tered the  art  of  modern  hotel-keeping.  The  Central 
Hotel  is  a  commodious  structure  since  the  brick  addition 
has  been  built  to  the  old  portion  of  the  house,  which  has 
been  established  for  over  fifty  years,  and  is  the  oldest  hotel 
Ih  the  town. 

The  new  addition  is  a  four  story  building,  the  dimen- 
sions in  all  about  100x50  feet.  There  is  a  sample  room 
attached,  where  none  but  the  finest  liquors  and  cigars  are 
kept.  In  the  rear  of  the  hotel  is  also  a  livery  stable  for 
the  accommodation  of  guests  with  their  own  teams;  about 
thirty-six  bed  rooms  in  all  and  heated  throughout  and 
thoroughly  lighted  by  incandescent  electric  lights. 

Mr.  Kramlich  can  accommodate  about  fifty  guests, 
and  in  the  prosecution  of  the  busmess  upwards  of  ten 
assistants  are  employed.  A  skilled  and  experienced  pur- 
veyor, the  proprietor  secures  the  best  products  in  the  mar- 
ket to  fill  the  bill  of  fare. 

Mr.  F.  H.  Kramlich  is  a  native  of  Lehigh  county. 
Pa.,  and  his  hotel  is  directly  centrally  located,  while  his 
own  coach  connects  with  all  trains.  He  is  progressive  in 
what  is  the  most  difficult  branch  of  business  to  conduct, 
and  has  maintained  this  house  at  a  high  standard  of  excel- 
lence. 


38 


Delaware' s  Industries. 


J.  H.  Deputy,  Dry  Goods,  Notions,  Etc. 

The  dry  goods  store  par  excellence  of  the  town  of 
Milford  is  the  spacious  and  handsome  emporium  of  J.  H. 
Deputy,  which  occupies  an  eligible  location  at  14  Walnut 
street,  and  is  in  all  respects  one  of  the  finest  leading  and 
best  appointed  dry  goods,  notion  and  trimming  establish- 
ments south  of  Wilmington.  Here  is  always  displayed  an 
unusually  fine  and  complete  assortment  of  everything  in 
the  line  indicated  above. 

The  stores,  which  are  24x50  feet  in  dimension,  two  in 
all,  are  replete  with  the  latest  novelties  in  rich  dress  stuff, 
lace  fabrics,  ladies',  children's  and  gentlemen's  underwear 
and  feminine  fiaery  of  every  description.  An  extensive 
line  of  calicoes  of  domestic  and  European  production, 
chintzes,  chenilles,  woolens,  cottons,  striped,  colored,  plain 
and  fancy  goods,  trimmings  and  notions  of  all  descriptions — 
no  inferior  goods  being  placed  in  stock,  and  patrons  are  as- 
sured of  receiving  honest  value  and  satisfactory  treatment 
in  every  instance  in  this  deservedly  popular  store. 

Mr.  Deputy  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  represents  the  in- 
terest in  a  number  of  vessels  built  in  this  section,  and  in 
other  ways  is  identified  with  the  commercial  interests  of 
Milford,  commanding  the  esteem  of  business  circles  as  an 
enterprising  merchant. 


W.  P.  CuLLEN,  Stoves,  Heaters,  Ranges,  Etc. 

Among  the  tin  and  sheetiron  workers  in  the  town  of 
Milford  we  must  not  fail  to  mention  Mr.  W.  P.  Cullen, 
who  began  business  on  his  own  account  some  twenty  years 
ago,  in  other  territory.  After  some  changes  he  located 
here  at  his  present  quarters  eight  years  ago;  after  having 


Delaware's   Industries.  39 

become  thoroughly  and  practically  familiar  with  tinsmith- 
ing  in  all  its  branches,  and  is  thoroughly  master  of  its 
every  detail,  he  is  prepared  to  meet  the  demands  of  the 
trade. 

The  shop,  which  is  located  on  the  second  story,  over 
the  store,  is  fully  equipped  with  the  latest  improved  ma- 
chinery and  apparatus  for  manufacturing  tin  and  sheetiron 
goods  of  all  kinds  and  descriptions.  The  store  contains  an 
excellent  stock  of  stoves,  heaters,  ranges  and  household 
utensils  made  from  sheet  metal. 

Mr.  Cullen  also  does  a  large  business  in  manufactur- 
ing and  laying  of  tin  roofs  and  repairing  and  repainting 
the  same ;  in  fact  all  kinds  of  tin  and  sheet  iron  jobbing 
and  repair  work  are  promptly  attended  to,  and  satisfaction 
guaranteed  in  every  case,  as  all  work  emanating  from  the 
premises  is  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprie- 
tor himself. 

Mr.  Cullen  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  a  Notary  Public, 
and  Justice  of  the  Peace.  The  store  is  about  20x30  feet 
in  dimensions.  Since  establishing  here  he  has  proven 
himself  an  extensive  and  influential  business  man. 


E.  HoLSON,  Flour,  Feed,  Etc. 
A  prominent  establishment  engaged  in  the  flour  and 
feed  business  is  that  of  Mr.  E.  Holson,  whose  establish- 
ment is  eligibly  located  and  of  commodious  size.  Mr. 
Holson  has  been  in  business  at  the  present  location  for 
four  years.  A  nice  slock  is  constantly  carried,  comprising 
family  flour,  meal,  corn,  oats,  rye,  wheat,  buckwheat — in 
fact  everything  in  the  leed  business  ;  hay  and  straw,  loose 
and  baled,  as  well  as  lime  for  builders'  and  other  purposes. 
The  trade  is  widespread  and  growing.     All  transactions  of 


40 


Delaware's  Industries. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  41 

the  house  aie  characterized  by  liberality  and  equity,  Mr. 
Holson  leaving  no  means  undone  that  will  in  any  way 
cater  to  the  interest  of  his  patrons. 

The  store  is  20x20  feet  in  dimensions,  and  a  large 
stock  is  carried.  Mr.  Holson  gives  his  close  personal  at- 
tention to  his  business  and  has  maintained  a  high  reputa- 
tion for  superior  goods  and  straightforward,  honorable 
dealing. 


T.  Hammersley,  Drugs,  School  Supplies,  Wall  Papers, 
Paints,  Etc. 

The  importance  of  the  druggist  profession  is  apparent 
to  every  person  of  any  ordinary  intelligence,  and  the  con- 
stant occurrence  of  mishaps  which  are  sometimes  fatal 
render  it  imperatively  necessary  that  the  business  in  every 
community  should  be  in  the  hands  of  those  who  are  thor- 
oughly qualified  by  experience,  education,  and  reliability 
of  character. 

Among  the  houses  which  have  earned  a  deservedly 
high  reputation  for  first-class  goods  and  a  liberal  business 
management  in  the  town  is  that  of  T.  F.  Hammersley,  a 
native  of  Delaware  and  an  oldtime  resident,  having  been 
in  business  at  his  [^resent  location  for  nearly  thirty  years, 
and  has  actively  been  engaged. 

His  store  is  of  ample  dimensions,  and  nicely  fur- 
nished. He  keeps  a  full  and  complete  line  of  drugs  and 
druggists*  sundries  of  every  description,  patent  and  propri- 
etary remedies,  toilet  articles,  etc.  Special  attention  is 
paid  to  filling  physicians'  prescriptions.  Several  qualified 
assistants  are  employed  under  the  proprietor's  personal 
supervision. 


42 


Delaware' s   hidustnes. 


A  line  of  hardware,  guns,  ammunition,  etc.,  as  well 
as  a  heavy  line  of  wall  papers,  from  the  plain  to  the  most 
elaborate  designs,  school  books  of  every  kind,  stationery 
and  school  supplies,  as  well  as  Lucas'  paints,  oils,  glass,  etc. 

A  feature  of  the  establishment  is  doing  business  on  a 
cash  basis ;  the  proprietor  is  thus  enabled  to  produce  a 
better  class  of  goods  at  a  consistently  popular  price. 

The  store  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  with  neat 
and  clean  stock.  Mr.  Hammersley  was  the  cashier  of  the 
State  bank  for  many  years,  and  enjoys  the  confidence  of 
all  with  whom  he  has  business  relations. 


Mrs.  a.  Jump,  Millinery,  Etc. 

Another  enterprise  which  holds  a  respective  position 
in  the  business  world  of  Milford  is  that  of  Mrs.  A.  Jump, 
who  in  her  special  line  has  also  gained  pre-eminence. 

The  establishment  is  eligibly  located,  and  as  Mrs. 
Jump  has  been  in  business  for  a  number  of  years,  is  favor- 
ably known.  She  originally  started  twenty-four  years  ago, 
and  has  been  successful  in  gaining  the  favor  of  the  public 
and  in  building  up  quite  a  patronage. 

The  store  is  of  ample  size,  being  about  20x30  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  at  all  times,  tastefully  displayed,  can  be 
seen  a  full  line  of  millinery,  hats  and  bonnets,  trimmed 
and  untrimmed ;  also  all  kinds  of  milliners'  trimmings,  a 
large  assortment  of  choice  goods  at  very  low  prices  can 
always  be  obtained;  also  a  beautiful  stock  of  fancy  goods 
in  great  variety  and  of  every  description, 

Mrs.  Jump  is  a  native  of  England,  but  a  resident  of 
Delaware  for  forty-two  years,  and  has  employed,  beside  her- 
self, two  girls  who  assist  in  making  all  manner  of  beautiful 
things  requisite  to  female  finery. 


Delaware' s   hidustnes.  43 

A.  Smith,  Groceries  and  Provisions. 

As  a  great  deal  depends  upon  the  character  of  our 
grocery  houses  as  to  the  value  and  purity  of  the  food  sup- 
ply, it  is  accordingly  a  pleasure  to  notice  grocery  establish- 
ments of  such  high  character  and  repute  as  that  of  the 
gentleman  whose  name  heads  this  article. 

The  business  here  is  prosecuted  in  a  straightforward 
and  successful  business  manner,  and  for  seven  years  this 
gentleman  has  occupied  the  present  site.  The  house  has 
grown  from  small  beginnings  to  its  present  proportions. 

The  system  and  regularity  of  everything  within  the 
store,  the  amount  of  business  accomplished,  the  careful  at- 
tention shown,  and  the  low  prices  impress  his  patrons  who 
call  here  with  a  feeling  of  confidence  and  satisfaction;  the 
aim  of  the  house  has  always  been  to  advance  the  interests 
of  its  patronS;  and  supply  every  demand  of  a  first- 
class  trade  in  staple  and  fancy  groceries  and  general  food 
products,  cigars  and  tobacco. 

Mr.  Smith  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  is  also  a  mem- 
ber of  the  firm  of  Smith  &  Johnson,  brick  manufacturers 
in  Milford,  and  stands  high  with  the  community,  and  with 
whom  it  is  always  pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal. 


Mrs.  S.  E.  Hudson,  Millinery,  Etc. 

A  leading  representative  enterprise  which  holds  a  re- 
spective position  in  the  business  world  in  its  special  line  is 
is  that  of  Mrs.  S.  E.  Hudson,  whose  millinery  parlor  is 
eligibly  located  and  of  ample  size. 

Mrs.  Hudson  has  been  in  business  at  this  present 
location  for  nine  years,  during  which  time  she  has  been 
successful  in  gaining  the  favor  of  the  public  and  in  building 
up  a  patronage  of  the  most  desirable  character. 


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Delaware' s   Industries. 


The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  store  15x25  feet  in 
dimensions,  and  at  all  times  can  be  seen  in  this  establish- 
ment a  full  line  of  millinery,  hats  and  bonnets,  trimmed 
and  untrimmed;  also  all  kinds  of  millinery  trimmings, 
notions,  fancy  goods  in  large  variety.  A  very  large  stock 
is  carried,  and  an  elegant  display  of  trimmed  hats  and 
bonnets  and  millinery  goods  of  all  kinds  are  at  hand  for 
the  execution  of  orders. 

Special  attention  is  paid  to  this  department,  and  no 
lack  of  attention  is  bestowed  upon  the  demands  of  the 
most  fastidious.  All  the  leading  metropolitan  styles  are 
here  regarded. 

Mrs.  Hudson  is  a  native  of  Delaware  and  is  highly 
regarded  in  commercial  circles  for  her  business  ability 
and  integrity. 


J.  W.  Adkins,  Groceries  and  Provisions. 

One  of  the  best  stocked  establishments  in  the  town, 
and  in  fact  carrying  the  largest  stock  of  grcceries  and  pro- 
visions of  any  store  this  side  of  Wilmington,  is  that  of  Mr. 
J.  W.  Adkins,  who  has  been  in  business  at  his  present 
location  for  twenty-five  years,  being  the  first  to  establish 
an  exclusive  grocery  business  in  the  town,  and  has  always 
sustamed  the  highest  reputation  as  a  purchasing  centre  for 
strictly  first-class  goods. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and  com- 
modious store  35x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  completely 
equipped  with  all  the  accessories  essential  to  the  satisfac- 
tory conduct  of  the  business. 

The  stock  carried  embraces  every  description  of 
staple  and  fancy  groceries,  teas,  coffees,  sugars,  spices,  can- 
ned goods,  family    flour,  etc.,  and   provisions  of  all  des- 


Delaware' s   Industries.  45 

criptions.     Popular  prices  prevail  in    this  establishment ; 
polite  and  attentive  clerks  attend  promptly  to  orders. 

Mr.  Adkins  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  of  wide  expe- 
rience, eminent  popularity  and  sterling  worth,  with  whom 
it  is  always  pleasant  and  profitable  to  deal. 


W.  W.  Prettyman,  Manufacturer  of  Harness,  Etc. 

There  is  no  house  in  this  city  identified  with  the  har- 
ness and  saddlery  manufacture  and  trade  that  takes  higher 
rank  than  that  of  Mr.  W.  W.  Prettyman,  manufacturer  ot 
harness,  saddlery  and  stable  supplies.  The  business  ot 
this  concern  was  founded  twenty-five  years  ago. , 

This  is  the  oldest  and  finest  harness  establishment  in 
the  town.  The  establishment  is  thoroughly  equipped  ^vith 
all  appliances  pertaining  to  the  business.  The  salesroom 
is  well  appointed,  and  here  are  displayed  saddles,  bridles 
and  harness,  as  well  as  novelties  in  horsefurnishing  goods 
of  all  descriptions. 

The  business  is  conducted  on  a  one  price  plan,  and 
numbers  among  its  patrons  the  best  people  in  this  section, 
and  horseowners  for  miles  around.  In  all  respects  this  es- 
tablishment stands  A  i  in  its  line  of  trade. 

Mr.  Prettyman  is  a  native  of  Delaware  and  a  thor- 
oughly practical  man. 


Mrs.  K.   Weeks,    Millinery,  Etc. 

Identified  with  the  business  prosperity  of  Milford, 
Mrs.  K.  Weeks'  popular  store  is  one  of  the  largest  and 
most  prosperous  houses  in  the  town.  It  was  founded  six 
years  ago. 


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Delaware' s   Industries. 


This  lady  is  always  pursuing  a  conservative  business 
system  and  a  liberal  policy  of  trade  toward  her  patrons 
and  the  public.  The  success  she  enjoys  is  due  to  these 
facts. 

The  store,  which  is  large  and  commodious,  is  eligibly 
located  and  presents  the  ample  dimensions  of  18x47  feet. 
It  is  conspicuous  by  handsome  show  windows,  and  its  inte- 
rior decoration  is  neat  and  attractive. 

The  stock  is  extensive,  consisting  of  all  the  new  and 
fashionable  styles  in  dress  goods,  silks,  white  goods,  linens, 
laces,  fancy  goods,  notions,  trimmings,  furnishings,  etc.  ; 
also  making  a  specialty  of  millinery  and  millinery  trim- 
mings. The  latter  branch  of  the  business  has  been  added 
in  the  last  three  years. 

Mrs.  Weeks  is  a  native  of  New  York  State.  Since 
establishing  here  she  has  won  the  esteem  and  confidence 
ot  all  who  know  her  by  her  integrity  and  business  prin- 
ciples. 


J.  P.  Steward,  Hats,  Caps,  Shoes,  Etc. 

This  gentleman  began  business  here  five  years  ago. 
This  is  undoubtedly  the  finest  and  most  attractive  and  best 
stocked  establishment  to  be  found  in  the  town. 

The  salesroom  has  a  width  of  twenty  feet  and  a  depth 
of  forty  feet,  and  its  fittings  are  of  the  most  artistic 
character.  Here  a  magnificent  display  is  made  of  hats 
and  caps  suitable  for  all  seasons.  As  the  stock  is  frequently 
replenished,  it  is  at  all  times  representative  of  all  that  is 
novel,  stylish  and  popular  in  hats  and  caps  of  every  ma- 
terial, design,  or  shape,  as  is  also  his  stock  of  men's,  women's 
and  children's  boots,  shoes,    gaiters,    etc.     The  stock   is 


Delaware' s   J7idustries.  47 

extensive  and  complete  in  every  description,  this  being  the 
only  store  devoting  its  energies  to  the  sale  of  boots, 
shoes  and  hats  exclusively. 

Mr.  Steward  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  a  member 
of  the  Ancient  Order  of  United  Workmen.  Being 
popular  in  business  circles,  he  is  recognized  as  a  reliable 
dealer. 


S.  C.  Evans,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler. 

One  of  the  finest  and  oldest  jewelry  establishments  in 
Milford  is  that  of  S.  C.  Evans.  As  to  prices,  quality,  and 
general  comprehensiveness  of  stock  we  know  of  no  place 
where  such  substantial  inducements  are  offered  to  the 
public.  The  business  was  founded  thirty-one  years  ago. 
Mr.  Evans  is  a  practical  and  skillful  watchmaker  and  jew- 
eler, and  early  developed  a  growing  trade  and  influential 
connections.  As  the  town  grew,  so  did  his  business,  and 
it  is  the  most  prominent  establishment  of  the  kind  in  this 
section  of  the  State. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  handsome  store, 
20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  elegantly  fitted  up,  a  credit 
alike  to  his  enterprise  and  ability.  Here  is  carried  a  reli- 
able and  judiciously  selected  stock  of  jewelry,  watches, 
precious  stones  and  personal  adornments  generally.  Re- 
pairing of  watches  and  jewelry  is  a  special  feature,  and  in 
this  department  several  skillful  assistants  are  contantly 
employed  to  further  the  interests  of  the  patron.  The 
business  here  is  conducted  on  the  principles  of  equity  and 
enterprise. 

Mr.  Evans  is  a  native  of  Delaware  and  a  thoroughly 
practical  man,  commanding  the  respect  and  esteem  of  the 
community. 


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Delaware' s   Industries. 
William  Roach,  Barber. 


One  of  the  many  vocations  which  insures  patronage 
by  appearances  and  ability  is  that  of  the  trade  of  a  barber. 
Mr.  Roach  has  been  in  this  business  at  his  present  location 
for  six  years,  and  constant  attention  to  business  and  natural 
ability  and  a  pleasing  manner  have  won  for  himself  the  es- 
teem and  confidence  of  his  numerous  patrons,  who  delight 
in  the  feeling  of  satisfaction  which  is  fully  warranted  after 
having  had  a  first-class  shave  or  hair  cut. 

The  tonsorial  parlor  of  Mr.  Roach  is  eligibly  located 
and  of  attractive  appearance,  being  of  commodious  size 
and  neat  and  clean  in  appearance.  This  is  a  commendable 
feature  of  the  establishment. 

Here  is  displayed  a  generous  supply  of  cups,  show- 
ing his  patronage  to  be  of  a  first-class  character.  To 
obviate  the  necessity  of  long  and  disagreeable  waits,  two 
comfortable  chairs,  of  the  best  make,  are  in  use. 

A  practical  man,  his  patrons  can  be  assured  to  obtain 
satisfaction.  He  is  well  and  favorably  known  to  a  select 
trade. 


E.  Geilinger,  Baker. 

A  leading  and  representative  bakery  in  this  town  is 
that  of  E.  Geilinger,  whose  place  of  business  is  eligibly 
located  and  of  ample  size,  being  about  20x60  feet  in 
dimensions,  the  bake-house  in  the  rear.  Mr.  Geilinger 
has  been  in  business  at  his  present  location  for  nine  years, 
having  succeeded  Mr.  J.  H.  Appel,  who  had  been  engaged 
in  the  business  for  several  years.  This  business  has  be- 
come a  prominent  feature  in  the  mercantile  activity  of 
the  town. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  49 

Mr.  Geilinger  is  a  baker  of  the  highest  order  of  abil- 
ity and  experience,  and  who  is  thoroughly  competent  to 
execute  the  very  best  class  of  work,  consisting  of  Vienna 
bread,  for  which  the  bakery  is  noted;  pies,  plain  and 
fancy  cakes,  etc.,  ice  cream  in  season;  large  quantities  of 
this  delicious  refreshment  is  made ;  also  confectionery  of 
all  kinds. 

The-e  goods  are  made  on  the  premises,  from  pure  and 
fresh  stock,  and  sold  all  over  the  peninsula  and  surround- 
ing territory,  two  wagons  being  kept  constantly  on  the 
road. 

The  stock  carried  is  large,  fresh  and  wholesome,  being 
the  largest  line  of  these  goods  manufactured  this  side  of 
Wilmington.  The  trade  is  wholesale  and  retail.  A  fine 
ice  cream  parlor  is  on  the  second  floor. 

The  store  is  very  attractively  and  tastefully  arranged, 
and  no  lack  of  attention  and  facilities  are  at  hand  to  sup- 
ply a  large  and  "select  trade. 


Thi--.   Peninsula    "News    and    Advertiser."     H.    L. 
Hynson,  Editor  and  Publisher. 

While  reviewing  the  commercial  enterprises  and  in- 
terests of  Milford,  it  is  necessary  to  do  justice  to  those 
establishments  which  have  done  so  much  to  benefit  all 
classes  by  the  dissemination  of  the  prodycts  of  the  print- 
ing press. 

In  this  connection  we  desire  to  make  special  reference 
in  this  commercial  review  to  Mr.  H.  L.  Hynson,  the  en- 
terprising and  able  publisher  of  the  Peninsula  News  and 
Advertiser. 


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Delaware's  Industries. 


Mr.  Ilynson  is  editor  and  publisher  of  the  oldest 
paper  in  this  portion  of  the  State.  It  is  a  four-page  paper 
devoted  to  advertising  and  local  news.  The  circulation  is 
about  1,200,  extending  all  over  the  State.  It  was  estab- 
lished in  1857,  and  has  obtained  a  liberal  and  influential 
patronage  in  all  sections  of  the  State. 

Mr  Hynson,  the  editor,  also  holds  a  clerkship  in  the 
Navy  Department  at  Washington. 

Mr.  Robert  H.  Oilman  is  at  present  business  manager 
of  the  paper,  which  is  Republican  in  principles,  and  has  in 
its  possession  a  press  that  Horace  Greeley  gave  ^25.00  to- 
ward the  purchase  of,  for  the  sake  of  having  a  journal  in 
this  State. 

Both  gentlemen  connected  with  this  journal  are 
highly  esteemed  by  the  community  for  their  enterprise  and 
literary  talents  and  integrity. 


Pierce  &  Cavmean,  Hardware,  Etc. 

The  widely-known  and  representative  hardware  house 
of  Pierce  &  Cavmein  was  originally  established  in  1886. 
It  has  always  enjoyed  an  honorable  and  successful  business 
career. 

The  premises,  which  comprise  two  stores,  are  unusu- 
ally large,  spacious,  and  commodious,  being  45x80  feet 
in  all. 

The  facilities  and  conveniences  provided  for  the  pur- 
poses of  the  business  are  of  the  best  possible  character 
The  assortment  of  goods  in  the  stock  embraces  a  wide 
range  of  builders'  and  housekeeping  hardware,  cutlery, 
mechanics'  tools,  nails,  shelf  goods,  housefurnishing  ar- 
ticles, tinware,  and  all  modern  styles  of  stoves,  ranges, 
heaters,  etc.  ;  also  guns  and  ammunition,  oils  and  paints. 


Delaware's  Industries.  51 

These  gentlemen,  James  P.  Pierce  and  John  P.  Cav- 
mean,  enjoy  superior  facilities  for  the  procurement  of  sup- 
plies, and  the  assortment  is  always  full  and  complete,  and 
the  goods  handled  represent  the  productions  of  the  best 
known  manufacturers.  Popular  prices  prevail,  and  busi- 
ness is  flourishing  and  brisk. 

Both  gentlemen  are  natives  of  this  section,  and  are 
liberally  patronized  by  a  good,  substantial  class  of  cus- 
tomers. 


David  Lank  &  Son,  Shipbuilders. 

A  business  of  great  importance  to  the  commercial  in- 
terests of  Milford  is  that  of  David  Lank  &  Son,  which  has 
been  established  thirty-five  years.  The  son,  W.  E. 
Lank,  was  taken  into  the  firm  this  year. 

The  premises  occupied  for  this  industry  occupy  an 
acre  and  a  half  of  ground,  and  are  about  500  feet  from  the 
Misphelion  river.  There  are  two  uncompleted  vessels  now 
on  the  stocks.  This  concern  builds  nothing  but  wooden 
vessels  for  coasting  trade,  tug  boats,  etc.;  also  repair- 
ing of  all  descriptions. 

The  firm  employs  about  twenty-eight  men.  Mr.  David 
Lank  has  built  about  forty  vessels  during  his  business 
career.  The  vessels  are  principally  for  Philadelphia  and 
New  Jersey  patrons. 

The  members  of  the  firm  are  both  natives  of  Dela- 
ware. The  elder  is  the  oldest  shipbuilder  in  the  town. 
The  firm  has  always  been  one  of  strict  integrity  and  busi- 
ness principles,  and  has  the  confidence  and  esteem  of  all 
with  whom  it  has  dealings. 


52  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Wm.  H.  Davis,  Butcher  and  Dealer. 

During  the  past  twenty-four  years  Mr.  Wm.  H.  Davis 
has  been  favorably  known  as  one  of  the  most  popular 
builders  in  this  town,  and  is  doing  a  fine  business,  supply- 
ing a  widespread  demand,  maintaining  a  high  reputation 
for  choice,  nutritious,  wholesome  roasts,  ribs,  steaks,  etc., 
of  a  quality  which  may  be  safely  denominated  superior. 
He  has  had  considerable  experience  as  a  butcher,  and 
caters  to  the  best  class  of  custom. 

Indefatigable  in  his  endeavors  to  j^lease  all  dealing 
with  him,  Mr.  Davis'  facilities  for  obtaining  the  ucst  are  all 
that  could  be  desired,  and  he  never  fails  to  give  satisfac- 
tion as  to  quality  and  prices,  always  ready  to  fill  all  orders 
that  may  be  made  upon  him. 

Tiie  store  is  of  ample  size,  being  20x20  feet  in  di- 
mensions, with  a  la-ge  refrigerator.  Mr.  Davis  deals  also 
in  hides  and  furs.  This  is  a  prominent  feature  of  the  busi- 
ness. 

He  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  deserves  the  success  at- 
tained by  his  energy  and  consistent  business  principles. 


Chas.  Holzmueller,  Barber. 

The  leadmg  establishment  of  its  kind  is  that  of  Mr. 
Holzmueller,  who  began  business  at  this  location,  Walnut 
street,  at  the  bridge,  four  years  ago.  This  is  undoubtedly 
the  finest  and  most  attractive  tonsorial  establishment  in 
this  town. 

It  has  a  width  of  twenty  five  feet  and  depth  of  twenty- 
five  feet,  and  its  fittings  and  furnishings  are  of  artistic  and 
elegant  character.  This  is  a  first-class  shaving  and  hair 
cutting  saloon. 


Delaware' s   hidusb'ies.  53 

Mr.  Holzmueller  and  his  assistants  are  thoroughly 
practical  men  at  their  trade,  and  enjoy  the  confidence  and 
esteem  of  the  many  patrons. 

Mr.  Holzmueller  makes  a  specialty  of  children's  hair 
cutting.  The  large  bulk  windows  of  the  establishment 
are  filled  with  many  pretty  plants  and  flowers,  and  are  a 
source  of  streaming  light  to  the  convenience  of  both  ar- 
tists and  patron. 

Mr,  Holzmueller  is  a  native  of  Germany,  but  a  resi- 
dent of  this  country  many  years;  a  member  of  Odd  Fel- 
lows. He  is,  personally,  a  pleasant  gentleman  and  highly 
indorsed  by  a  select  patronage,  whose  confidence  he  has 
won  by  his  abilities  and  affable  demeanor. 


Jas.  a.  Layton,  General  Merchandise. 

One  of  the  best  stocked  establishments  in  this  town 
is  that  of  Mr.  Jas.  A.  Layton,  which  was  established  by  its 
present  proprietor  nine  years  ago,  having  been  in  business 
formerly  at  Magnolia. 

Mr.  Layton  has  always  sustained  the  highest  of  repu- 
tations as  a  purchasing  centre  for  strictly  first-class  goods. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  commodious  store, 
20x50  feet  in  dimension.  The  stock  carried  embraces 
every  description  of  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  teas,  cof- 
fees, sugars,  spices,  free  from  dust  or  deleterious  substances; 
canned  goods,  preserves,  kitchen,  table  and  laundry  sup- 
plies, family  flour,  etc.  Also  dry  goods  and  notions  of  all 
description.  Also  a  full  line  of  carpets  of  all  kinds  and 
patterns,  in  fact  quite  a  neat  and  general  stock  of  mer- 
chandise, at  the  most  popular  prices,  prompt  attention 
being  paid  to  all  orders. 

Mr.  Layton  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  is  held  in  the 
highest  esteem  as  a  reliable  dealer. 


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Delaware's  Industries. 


W.  H.  White  &  Bro.,  undertakers. 

J.  L.  Wooters,  clothing. 

Hammond  &  Emiris,  boots  and  shoes. 

E.  M.  Schockley,  grocer. 

Jos.  i).  Salmon,  grocer. 

H.  L.  Paige,  druggist. 

Mrs,  R  A.  White,  millinery. 

S.  Sparklin,  flour  and  feed. 

H.  C.  Bennett,  cigars. 

B.  Hirsch,  clothing. 

J.  W.  Truitt,  dry  goods. 

S.  Arnold,  clothing. 

B.  D.  Anderson,  grocer. 

W.  A.  Humes,  hardware, 

Wm.  Viereck,  baker. 

Frank  Reedy,  boots  and  shoes. 

D.  Reis. 

A.  Jacobs,  meats. 

Barnard  Schubatzki. 

Wm.  J.  Morgan,  oysters. 

Dr.  G.  W.  Marshall,  druggist. 

Dr.  A.  Pratt,  physician. 

J.  B.  Cannon,  butcher. 

Dorsey  House. 

First  National  Bank. 

G.  H.  Hall  &  Co.,  general  merchandise. 

D.  H.  Holland,  general  merchandise. 

Milford  Chronicle,  Theo.  Towsen,  editor. 

Alex  Pullin,  nurseries. 


Delaware's    Industries,  55 


NEW  CASTLE. 


The  oldest  settlement  in  the  State,  containing  many 
old  landmarks.  It  was  first  settled  in  1656  by  the  Swedes, 
and  it  was  here  that  Wm.  Penn  first  landed,  and  1687  ^^ 
built  a  house,  which  is  still  in  existence.  It  was  formerly 
the  county  seat  of  New  Castle  county,  but  in  1880  it  was 
changed  to  Wilmington. 

In  1875  i^  ^^^5  incorporated  as  a  city.  It  has  gas  and 
water  works,  both  of  which  are  under  the  control  of  the 
local  government;  three  hotels,  the  Farmers'  Bank,  a  branch 
of  the  Wilmington  Farmers'  Bank;  a  weekly  newspaper,  the 
Star,  and  seven  churches  of  the  leading  denominations,  be- 
sides a  number  of  prominent  secret  societies. 

'1  he  main  industries  of  the  city  are  the  works  of  the 
Delaware  Iron  Company,  a  Philadelphia  organization,  and 
a  branch  of  the  William  Lea  Milling  Company  of  Wil- 
mington. 

The  city  is  situated  on  the  Delaware  River,  which 
affords  the  best  water  transportation,  a  daily  line  of  steam- 
ers running,  and  on  the  Delaware  Division  of  the  Philadel- 
phia, Wilmington  and  Baltimore  Railroad,  thirty-four 
mile?  from  Philadelphia  and  six/rom  Wilmington. 

The  chief  executive  officer  is  a  Mayor  and  a  Board  of 
Councils,  the  population  being  about  2,500. 


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Delaware' s  Industries. 


Edward  W.  Handy,  Dealer  in  Stoves,  Etc. 

This  business  was  established  ten  years  ago  by  Mr. 
Edward  Handy,  who  is  a  practical  and  expert  workman. 
All  operations  are  conducted  under  his  personal  supervis- 
ion, thus  insuring  to  patrons  only  such  work  as  will  with- 
stand the  most  critical  tests,  both  in  regard  to  materials 
used  and  the  construction. 

The  premises  occupied  are  of  ample  size,  being  about 
20x30  feet  in  size,  with  the  workshop  in  the  rear,  which  is 
supplied  with  all  the  improved  tools  requisite  in  this  line 
of  business,  tin  roofing,  spouting  and  general  sheet  iron 
work  being  done. 

This  house  has  no  superior  io  this  town  or  elsewhere 
for  quality  of  materials,  finish,  strength  and  workmanship. 

A  native  of  Delaware,  the  subject  of  this  article  well 
merits  the  measure  of  success  attending  his  efforts  to  pro- 
duce the  best  class  of  goods  at  a  minimum  of  cost.  Through 
his  practical  knowledge  of  the  business  he  is  surpassed  by 
none.  His  stock  of  stoves  and  tinware  is  extensive.  A 
member  of  the  order  of  Masons  and  other  organizations, 
and  is  well  thought  of  by  his  patrons  and  friends  every- 
where. 


C.  H.  Clewell,  Dealer   in   Furniture    and    Under- 
taker. 

No  review  of  the  representative  features  of  New  Castle 
would  be  complete  without  suitable  reference  being  made 
to  the  establishment  of  Mr.  Clewell,  of  Delaware  street, 
which  is  the  largest  and  most  complete  in  New  Castle. 

Mr.  Clewell  has  become  well  known  as  a  funeral  direc- 
tor of  ability,  and  has  developed  quite  a  large  influence  in 


Delaware' s   hidiistries.  57 

this  line  by  virtue  of  personal  attention  to  detail  and  every 
careful  consideration.  In  connection  with  this  the  furni- 
ture business  is  also  prosecuted. 

Establishing  business  at  this  location  six  years  ago, 
and  by  consistent  business  methods,  has  been  steadily  en- 
larging his  facilities  and  connections. 

The  place  is  about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions,  and  con- 
tains a  large  display  of  furniture  of  all  description;  bed 
room  and  dining  room  suits,  parlor,  kitch.en  and  office 
furniture,  chairs  and  tables,  bedding,  etc.,  may  be  had  at 
low  rates. 

Mr.  Clewell  manufactures  his  own  caskets  in  the  rear 
of  the  store,  where  all  the  facilities  are  at  hand.  All  kinds 
of  robes,  shrouds  and  mountings  are  here  displayed.  Spe- 
cial attention  is  paid  to  embalming  the  remains. 

A  native  of  Pennsylvania  and  a  member  of  the  Odd 
Fellows  and  Red  Men,  Mr.  Clewell,  in  the  highest  de- 
gree, renders  his  joint  business  ventures  permanently  rep- 
resentative, and  is  regarded  as  a  worthy  citizen  of  this 
Commonwealth. 


J.  T    Stoops,  Manufacturer  of  Harness  and  Dealer 
IN  Hardware  and  Turf  Goods, 

The  importance  of  such  an  establishment  as  this  can 
readily  be  seen  by  all  persons  who  will  give  the  matter  a 
moment's  consideration.  Perhaps  the  largest  and  best 
house  of  this  nature  in  this  section  of  the  country  is  that  of 
Mr.  J.  T.  Stoops. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  in  this  city  about 
nine  years  ago  at  Sixth  and  Delaware  streets,  and  one 
year  ago  came  to  the  Opera  House  building. 


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Delaware' s   Industries. 


His  premises  here  consist  of  a  commodious  store  in 
that  building.  It  is  well  fitted  in  the  most  attractive  man- 
ner, with  every  convenience  tending  toward  the  betterment 
of  business. 

A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  large  and 
complete  assortment  of  iJl  kinds  of  building  and  shelf 
hardware,  cutlery,  pocket  and  table  goods,  tools,  guns, 
sporting  goods  and  ammunition,  and  without  a  doubt  the 
finest  line  of  hardware  and  agricultural  tools  in  this  sec- 
tion. All  kinds  of  horse  furnishings  are  also  kept,  har- 
ness and  saddles  of  every  description  made  to  order  in  the 
best  manner,  single  and  double,  mounted  and  plain  har- 
ness, A  specialty  is  made  of  trunks,  satchels  and  leather 
goods,  wall  papers  of  all  kinds  and  varieties  constantly 
being  kept  in  stock,  lamps  and  lamp  goods,  fancy  brack- 
ets, wall  ornaments,  wood  moulding,  etc. 

Mr.  Stoops  is  a  native  of  this  State,  and  has  become 
very  widely  known  and  respected  by  a  large  community  in 
this  district. 


Jno.  a.  Walls,  Meat  Market. 

In  order  to  sustain  life  and  health  a  certain  amount  oi 
animal  food  is  necessary,  and  it  is  desirable  that  we  obtain 
nothing  but  the  best  quality  of  meat.  To  do  this  we  must 
deal  with  a  first-class  house. 

The  best  known  in  this  city  is  that  of  Mr.  Jno.  A. 
Walls.  This  gentleman  established  the  meat  business 
about  four  years  ago,  and  has,  through  his  energy  and 
ability,  built  up  quite  an  extensive  patronage. 

The  store  is  located  under  the  old  City  Hall.  It  is  of 
ample  size  and  is  in  every  respect  first-class;  nothing  but  the 


Delaware' s  Industries.  59 

best  quality  of  meat  is  sold,  comprising  beef,  mutton, 
lamb,  veal,  corned  beef,  ham,  salt  pork,  shoulders, 
bologna,  half  smoked  sausage;  also  poultry  and  fresh  pork, 
fish  and  game  in  season. 

Mr.  Walls  has  a  credit  system  by  means  of  which  he 
is  enabled  to  collect  the  larger  portion  of  his  bills  weekly. 
This,  however,  is  not  his  sole  business.  A  commercial 
feature  that  he  prosecutes  very  extensively  is  the  fish  busi- 
ness, which  he  has  perpetrated  for  the  past  eight  years. 
During  the  season  upwards  of  82,000  shad  are  handled, 
sold  and  shipped  to  every  portion  of  Delaware,  Virginia, 
New  Jersey,  Pennsylvania  and  New  York.  These  goods 
are  handled  on  commission,  and  as  an  advocate  of  this 
business  there  is  scarcely  a  better  known  man  in  the  busi- 
ness than  Mr.  Walls;  sometimes  as  high  as  six  skilled 
fishermen  are  employed  to  seine  the  finny  dweller  of  the 
waters. 

Those  in  quest  of  anything  in  this  line  would  consult 
their  own  interest  by  corresponding  with  him. 

Another  of  the  various  mercantile  pursuits  in  which 
Mr.  Walls  is  engaged  is  that  of  auctioneer  for  the  public 
or  private  sale  of  articles  of  merchandise,  stock,  m  ple- 
ments,  household  goods,  etc.;  now  supervising  a  building 
operation,  a  new  store  and  dwelling  will  be  put  to  use  in 
some  mercantile  venture  by  this  enterprising  gentleman; 
and  were  we  to  note  the  various  individual  objects  he 
pursues,  whether  of  a  business  or  a  literary  character, 
would  require  more  space  than  we  can  command. 

Mr.  Walls  was  born  in  Maryland,  but  has  been  a 
resident  of  this  section  for  eigl  t  years. 

A  member  of  the  Masonic  Fraternity,  the  K.  of  P.,  I. 
O.  O.  F.  and  the  I.  O.  of  R.  M.,  he  commands  the  esteem 
and  confidence  of  social  as  well  as  business  circles. 


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Delaware' s   Industries. 


Wm.  J,  Hunter,  Marble  Yard. 

With  the  increase  in  regard  to  the  wealth  and  busi- 
ness prosperity  of  this  part  of  the  country  comes  an  in- 
creased demand  for  art  in  all  manner  of  stone  work  for  the 
inclosure  of  lots  and  monuments,  as  well  as  for  building 
purposes. 

In  this  business,  as  he  is  the  only  one  interested  here  at 
New  Castle,  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Wm,  J.  Hunter,  who  es- 
tablished at  the  present  locf^tion  four  years  ago.  He  has 
a  large  place  for  the  display  of  his  handiwork. 

The  workshop  is  about  30x150  feet  in  dimensions  and 
fitted  out  with  all  the  tools  and  appliances  known  to  the 
trade.  There  is  quite  a  stock  of  stone  which  has  not  had 
a  stonecutter's  tool  at  it,  besides  the  many  pieces  of  work 
almost  finished,  outside  of  the  names,  etc.,  carved  upon  its 
surface. 

Mr.  Hunter  is  also  a  dealer  in  calcined  plaster  and 
cement,  plain  and  ornamental  iron  fences,  monuments  etc., 
and  is  enabled  to  supply  these  goods  in  large  and  small 
orders. 

A  native  cf  Delaware,  the  subject  of  this  review  en- 
joys the  esteem  and  fullest  confidence  of  his  patrons  in  his 
line  of  business. 


J.  G.  Bridgewater,  Watchmaker  and   Jeweler. 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  business  is  greater  skill  required 
upon  the  part  of  the  proprietor  than  in  the  above  business. 
He  must  be  fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  busi- 
ness, or  else  he  will  not  be  able  to  supply  the  demands  of 
his  patrons. 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  6i 

Among  the  most  capable  men  in  this  line  in  this  city- 
may  be  mentioned  Mr.  J.  G.  Bridgewater.  This  gentle- 
man started  in  business  about  seven  years  ago.  His  store 
is  located  on  one  of  the  main  business  streets  of  the  city, 
and  is  in  every  respect  first-class. 

A  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of 
watches,  clocks,  pins,  bracelets  and  all  styles  of  articles 
for  personal  adornment. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  optical  goods,  all  kinds  of 
spectacles  and  eye  glasses  being  kept  on  hand. 

Mr.  Bridgewater  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this 
State.  He  was  in  the  army  during  the  late  war,  and  met 
with  an  unfortunate  accident,  sacrificing  a  limb  in  the  din 
of  battle.  Like  many  of  his  martial  colleagues,  he  com- 
mands the  respect  of  the  community  of  which  he  is  a 
member. 


Irwin  Van  Arsdalen,  Confectionery  and  Fruits. 

Perhaps  there  is  not  a  better  or  more  favorably  known 
establishment  of  this  character  in  this  city  than  thit 
of  Mr.  Irwin  Van  Arsdalen. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  here  in  April,  1890, 
and  has,  through  his  ability  and  energy,  built  up  quite  an 
extensive  patronage. 

The  store  is  eligibly  located  on  the  main  business 
thoroughfare  of  the  city.  It  is  of  ample  size  and  in  every 
respect  fitted  in  a  very  neat  and  attractive  manner.  A 
large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of  candy,  con- 
fectionery and  bon  bons,  foreign  and  domestic  fruits,  nuls, 
etc. 


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Delaware' s  Industries. 


A  specialty  is  made  of  fine  and  fancy  groceries,  such 
as  canned  goods,  dried  fruits  and  many  other  things  in 
this  line. 

Mr.  Van  Arsdalen  is  fully  familiar  with  all  the  many 
details  of  this  business,  having  formerly  managed  a  co- 
operative store  in  this  city  for  some  time.  He  has  been  a 
life-long  resident  of  Delaware,  and  is  widely  known  and 
highly  respected  by  a  large  circle  of  acquaintances  in 
commercial  and  social  channels  for  his  enterprise  and 
executive  ability. 


L.  M.    Chase  &  Son,  News   Depot,  Cigars,  Tobacco, 
Fancy  Goods,  Delaware  St. 

The  establishment  of  L.  M,  Chase  &  Son,  dealers  in 
cigars,  and  tobacconists,  etc.,  at  Delaware  street,  is  one  of 
the  oldest  of  its  kind  in  the  town  of  New  Castle. 

The  business,  which  has  been  conducted  at  its  present 
location  since  1856,  was  founded  by  Mr.  L.  M.  Chase, who 
is  now  deceased,  his  son,  E.  L.  Chase,  succeeding  him. 

The  premises  occupied  are  large,  being  about  20x35 
feet  in  size,  and  very  neatly  and  attractively  arranged.  In 
addition  to  cigars  and  tobacco,  he  also  has  a  large  line  of 
confectionery  of  all  kinds,  newspapers,  periodicals,  and 
daily,  weekly  and  monthly  reading  matter  is  furnished 
upon  application.  Notions,  fancy  goods,  toys,  etc.,  are 
also  kept ;  in  fact,  a  large,  clean  stock  of  all  these  lines. 

Mr.  Chase  has  a  widespread  and  growing  trade.  He 
gives  his  personal  attention  to  the  business,  and  under  his 
management,  his  establishment  has  maintained  a  high  repu- 
tation for  superior  goods  and  straightforward,  honest  deal- 
ings. 


Delaware's   indtcstries.  63 

Amos  E.  Davidson,  Dealer  in  Meats  and    Produce. 

Among  the  old  established  and  reliable  houses  en- 
gaged extensively  in  the  country  produce  and  fresh  meat 
business  is  that  of  Mr.  Amos  E.  Davidson,  whose  place  of 
business  has  been  situated  on  Delaware  street  for  the  past 
eighteen  years. 

He  has  a  commodious  store  for  the  display  and  the 
preservation  of  his  stock,  having  a  large  ice-box  to  keep 
his  meats  of  all  descriptions  wholesome  and  clean.  A 
neat  stock  of  provisions,  fruits,  butter  and  eggs,  poultry 
and  all  kinds  of  country  products  are  dealt  in. 

He  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  his  business  is  marked 
annually  by  a  steady  increase^  and  the  present  prosperous 
condition  augurs  well  for  the  future. 


S,  L.  Truss,  Boots  and  Shoes, 

In  no  line  of  trade  have  more  improvements  been 
made  than  in  the  manufacturing  of  shoes.  Formerly,  it 
was  impossible  to  obtain  a  first  class  shoe  ready  made. 
But  to-day  many  establishments  carry  large  and  complete 
selections  of  choice  foot  wear. 

Among  the  most  favorably  known  dealers  in  this  city 
may  be  mentioned  Mr.  S.  L.  Truss. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  about  three  years 
ago,  and  has,  through  his  energy  and  ability,  built  up 
quite  an  extensive  patronage. 

The  store  is  well  located  on  the  main  thoroughfare, 
and  is  m  every  respect  first  class.  A  large  and  complete 
stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  full  selection  of  men's,  ladies', 
misses'  and  children's  boots,  shoes,  rubbers  and  slippers, 
from  the  best   makers.     Footwear  may  be  had  from   the 


64  Delaware's   Industries. 

most  substantial  working  shoe  to  the  finest  delicate  house 
slipper.  A  specialty  is  made  of  rubber  boots  for  gunning 
and  fishing, 

Mr.  Truss  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  city 
and  is  very  well  and  favorably  known,  both  in  busines 
and  social  connections.  As  a  business  man,  he  is  respected 
as  a  responsible  dealer  and  wins  the  good  will  of  a  select 
trade. 


Henry  Wilhelm,  Tonsorial  Artist. 

As  cleanliness  is  next  to  godliness,  a  barber  plays  a 
very  strong  part  in  the  question  of  salvation  of  the  average 
man ;  for  what  is  more  uncleanly  than  a  man  with  a  half 
grown  beard  upon  his  face? 

Perhaps  the  best  and  most  favorably  known  barber  in 
this  city  is  Mr.  Henry  Wilhelm.  This  gentleman  started 
in  business  here  about  eleven  years  ago,  and  has,  through 
his  skill  and  ability,  built  up  a  large  and  select  patronage. 

The  shop  is  located  on  Delaware  street.  It  is  of  ample 
size,  and  is  in  every  way  fitted  m  a  neat  and  attractive 
manner.  Two  chairs  are  used  to  facilitate  the  affairs  of  the 
business.  A  specialty  is  made  of  cutting  ladies',  misses' 
and  children's  hair  in  the  most  fashionable  style.  Shaving, 
shampooing  and  hair  cutting  is  here  done  in  the  most 
fashionable  styles. 

Mr.  Wilhelm  has  been  in  this  business  many  years, 
and  is  a  fully  capable  and  skillful  barber,  which  is  evinced 
by  the  esteem  in  which  his  services  are  held.  He  is,  like 
many  of  our  most  successful  barbers,  a  native  of  Germany, 
but  has  been  in  this  country  many  years  past.  He  was 
formerly  in  business  in  Philadelphia,  where  he  conducted 
an  extensive  place. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  65 

Joseph  C.  Bacon,  Tonsorial  Artist. 

As  cleanliness  is  next  to  godliness,  it  seems  as  if  the 
barber  was  almost  a  necessity  to  the  human  race.  The 
most  prominent  barber  shop  in  this  city  is  that  of  Mr. 
Jos.  Bacon.  This  gentleman  opened  his  shop  about  six 
months  ago,  and  has  already  built  up  quite  a  large  patron- 
age, due  to  attention  to  business  details. 

The  parlors  are  eligibly  located  under  the  City  Hall. 
They  are  of  ample  size,  and  are  in  every  way  fitted  in  a 
most  neat  and  attractive  manner,  four  chairs  being  in  use, 
thus  preventing  long  and  tiresome  waits  for  your  turn. 

A  specialty  is  made  ot  cutting  ladies',  misses'  and 
children's  hair  in  the  most  fashionable  style.  Here  a  shave 
or  shampoo,  or  a  hair  cut  may  be  obtained  in  such  a  man- 
ner that  it  is  a  pleasure  instead  of  a  duty. 

Mr.  Bacon  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  State, 
and  is  well  known  and  highly  respected  here.  He  is  a 
member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias  and  the  Red  Men,  and 
holds  a  reputable  position  in  social  circles. 


Mrs.  W.  W.  Simpson,  Millinery  and  Fancy  Goods, 

Perhaps  in  the  choice  of  nothing  is  the  average  lady 
more  particular  than  in  the  selection  of  a  bonnet.  It  must 
be  just  the  right  shape  and  color,  and  of  the  newest  style, 
before  she  will  be  satisfied,  and  when  once  pleased,  the 
chances  are  that  she  will  continue  to  deal  with  the  same 
establishment. 

Among  the  dealers  catering  to  the  ladies'  trade  in  this 
direction,  we  may  mention  Mrs.  W.  W.  Simpson.  Tliis 
lady  formerly  kept  a  store  of  this  nature  in  VVihnington  ; 
but,  about    three    years  ago,  she  took   the   present   store, 


66  Delaware' s  Indusines. 

which  is  located  in  the  best  portion  of  the  city,  and  is  in 
every  way  fitted  in  the  neatest  and  most  attractive  manner. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  full  selec- 
tion of  the  season's  novelties  in  bonnets  and  hats  for 
ladies,  misses  and  children.  Special  designs  and  shapes 
are  made  up  to  order.  A  variety  of  trimmings,  ribbons, 
beads,  birds,  flowers  and  all  kinds  of  fancy  goods,  notions, 
etc.,  are  kept  on  hand. 

Mrs.  Simpson  has  been  in  this  line  some  years,  and  is 
fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  the  business,  command- 
ing the  good  will  and  respect  of  those  with  whom  she 
forms  business  or  social  relations. 


John  Fleming,  Dealer  in  Boots  and  Shoes. 

Formerly  it  was  almost  a  necessity  to  purchase  custom- 
made  shoes,  but  at  present,  through  the  efforts  of  many  of 
our  large  manufacturers,  the  quality  of  ready-made  shoes 
has  been  greatly  bettered. 

Among  the  dealers  devoting  their  energies  to  this  line 
we  may  mention  Mr.  John  Fleming.  This  gentleman 
started  in  business  here  about  four  years  ago,  and  has 
by  his  ability  and  energy  built  up  quite  a  large  trade. 

The  store  is  well  located  on  Delaware  street.  It  is  of 
ample  siz'^,  and  is  in  every  respect  first-class.  A  large 
stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  carefully  selected  assortment 
of  boots,  shoes,  and  slippers  for  ladies',  misses',  children's 
and  men's  wear.  A  specialty  is  made  of  rubbers,  shoes, 
and  boots  of  all  kinds. 

Particular  attention  is  paid  to  custom  work  of  all 
kinds  and  repairing,  a  workman  being  constantly  employed 
in  this  capacity. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  67 

Mr.  Fleming  has  become  very  well  known  in  this 
section,  and  is  highly  esteemed  by  all  v/ho  have  ever  had 
any  transactions  with  him  for  his  integrity  of  purpose. 


'I'heodore  W.   Hanf,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler. 

The  best  known  and  most  prominent  representative 
of  this  line  in  the  city  is  Mr.  Theodore  W.  Hani.  This 
gentleman  started  business  here  about  five  years  ago,  and 
has  through  his  energy  and  ability  succeeded  in  building 
up  quite  an  extensive  trade. 

The  store  is  eligibly  located  on  Delaware  street.  It 
is  of  ample  size,  and  is  in  every  particular  fitted  in  the 
neatest  and  most  attractive  manner.  A  large  and  varied 
stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  t'le  best  makes  of  Ameri- 
can and  Swiss  watches  and  clocks,  besides  all  kinds  of 
breast  pins,  bracelets,  earrings,  wedding,  engagement,  and 
friendship  rings,  precious  stones,  and  articles  of  personal 
adornment  of  every  nature. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  repairing  all  kinds  of  intricate 
watches  and  jewelry  in  a  neat  and  skillful  manner,  at  pop- 
ular prices. 

Mr.  Hanf  is  a  thoroughly  practical  man  in  this  line, 
having  spent  most  of  his  busmess  life  in  this  business,  and 
is  thus  thoroughly  familiar  with  its  many  details. 

A  native  of  Wilmington,  the  subject  of  this  review 
has  become  very  well  known  in  this  vicinity  as  an  active 
and  energetic  business  man. 

A  member  of  the  Masonic  fraternity,  Mr.  Hanf  now 
holds  the  chair  of  Junior  Warden,  and  commands  the  es- 
teem of  social  as  well  as  business  circles.  He  is  also  a 
member  of  the  I.  O,  O.  F.  and  I.  O.  R.  M.,  as  well  as 
other  organizations  here  and  in  Wilmington. 


68  Delaware's  Industries. 

Fred  Shaw,  Dealer  in  Cigars,  Tobacco,  and  Men'8 
Furnishing  Goods. 

Amcng  the  dealers  catering  to  the  popular  taste  in  the 
line  of  fine  cigars  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Fred  Shaw, 
whose  place  of  business  is  located  under  the  Knights  of 
Pythias  Hall. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  about  fourteen 
months  ago,  and  has  already  built  up  quite  a  fair  trade. 
The  store  is  of  ample  size,  and  is  in  every  respect  fitted 
in  a  first-class  manner.  A  large  stock  is  carried,  compris- 
ing all  the  most  popular  brands  of  cigars  and  tobacco.  A 
full  stock  of  men's  furnishings  is  also  kept ;  ready-made 
clothing,  boots  and  shoes  for  men's  and  boys'  wear  are 
also  extensively  handled,  as  well  a!>  all  kinds  of  furnishing 
goods. 

This  house  can  clothe  a  man  from  head  to  foot  in 
every  kind  of  wearing  apparel.  This  latter  department, 
located  on  Delaware  street,  is  finely  appointed,  and  con- 
tains one  of  the  best  selected  stocks  of  shoes  in  the  city. 
It  is  under  the  management  of  Mr.  Robert  Shaw,  father  of 
the  proprietor. 

Both  of  these  gentlemen  are  very  well  known  in  this 
State,  having  resided  in  it  for  the  past  twenty  years. 

Mr.  Fred  Shaw  is  a  Past  Sachem  of  the  Red  Men,  and 
his  father  is  Past  Chancellor  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias, 
winning  the  good  will  and  respect  of  social  as  well  as  busi- 
ness circles. 


Miss  Mary  A.  Kinkead,  Notions  and  Trimmings. 

Among  the  few  business  establishments    in    this   city 
that  have  for  the  past  twenty  years  enjoyed  the   full  confi- 


Delaware' s    Industries.  69 

dcnce  and  respect  of  the  community  at  large,  may  be 
noted  that  of  Miss  Mary  A.  Kinkead. 

This  lady  originally  established  business  in  a  compara- 
tively small  way,  but  through  her  energy  and  ability  has 
succeeded  in  gathering  a  select  patronage. 

The  store  is  eligibly  located  and  is  of  ample  size, 
being  fitted  in  tlie  neatest  and  most  attractive  manner.  A 
very  large  and  carefully  selected  stock  is  carried,  compris- 
ing a  full  assortment  of  all  kinds  of  notions,  embroidery 
materials,  trimmings,  fancy  goods,  and  stationery,  too 
numerous  to  mention. 

Miss  Kinkead  ^las  been  in  this  business  many  years 
and  is  fully  familiar  with  the  demands  of  the  trade,  and  is 
capable  of  supplying  the  wants  of  the  most  fastidious. 

She  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  for  many  years  past 
she  has  resided  here  and  is  very  well  known,  socially  as 
well  as  commercially,  for  her  executive  ability  and  in- 
tegrity. 


J.    T.    &    L.    E.    Eliason,    Dealers   in    Farm  Imple- 
ments, Coal  and   Lumber. 

The  largest  and  most  important  establishment  of  this 
character  in  this  vicinity  is  that  of  Messrs.  J.  T.  &  L.  E. 
Eliason. 

This  business  hid  its  inception  about  seven  years  ago, 
and  through  the  ability,  activity,  and  untiring  energy  of 
the  members  of  the  firm,  it  has  grown  lo  quite  large  pro- 
portions. 

The  plant  occupies  about  three-fourths  of  an  acre  of 
grcaind,  upon  which  various  buildings  and  sheds  have  been 
erected. 


70  Delaware' s  Industries. 

A  special  siding  from  the  railroad  furnishes  the  best 
facilities  for  the  receipt  and  shipment  of  products.  The 
stock  carried  is  very  heavy,  comprising  all  the  best  makes 
of  farming  implements,  machinery  and  tools,  grain,  lum- 
ber, coal,  wood,  posts,  rails,  and  fertilizers  ot  every  des- 
cription are  carried. 

A  specialty  is  nnade  of  family  coal,  it  being  carefully 
screened  and  full  weight  guaranteed.  Mail  orders  of 
every  description  will  receive  prompt  attention.  Building 
hardware,  cutlery,  tools,  etc.,  aie  also  carried  in  stock. 

Both  members  of  the  firm  have  been  lifelong  residents 
of  this  State,  and  highly  respected  by  all  who  have  ever 
had  any  transactions  with  them. 

Mr.  J.  T.  Eliason  is  a  director  of  the  Farmers'  Bank, 
and  Mr.  L.  E.  Eliason  is  a  member  of  the  Board  of  Edu- 
cation. 

Both  gentlemen  command  the  esteem  of  the  commu- 
nity as  enterprising  and  public-spirited  citizens. 


Harry  L.  McKee,  Manufacturer  of  Ice  Cream,  and 
Dealer  in  Oysters. 

To  the  young  folks  of  this  city  there  is,  perhaps,  not 
a  better  or  more  favorably  known  establishment  than  that 
of  Mr.  H.  L.  McKee. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  about  four  years 
ago,  and  has  through  his  energy  and  ability  built  up  quite 
an  extensive  patronage. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  on  Delaware  street. 
They  are  of  ample  size,  and  are  in  every  respect  fitted  in 
a  first  class  manner,  a  large  parlor  seating  about  forty  per- 
sons being  used,  with  an  oyster  room  in  the  rear. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  71 

During  the  summer  season  large  quantities  of  ice  cream 
and  water  ices  are  made,  and  during  the  winter  months 
oysters  are  handled.  The  trade  in  both  branches  is  whole- 
sale as  well  as  retail. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  supplying  parties  and  wed- 
dings with  refreshments  of  all  kinds. 

Mr.  McKee  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  this  State, 
and  is  widely  known  as  an  enterprising  business  man.  He 
is  an  active  member  of  three  lodges  in  this  city,  and  is 
well  known,  socially  and  commercially. 


Fred  T.  Eagle,  Butcher,  Delaware  and  Union 
Streets. 

The  establishment  of  Mr.  Eagle  has  achieved  a  well 
merited  reputation  in  this  town,  due  to  consistent  business 
methods  and  a  fine  line  of  goods,  coupled  with  some  eigh- 
teen years'  experience  in  this  business. 

He  is  well  and  favorably  known  as  an  experienced 
and  solid,  substantial  business  man. 

He  began  business  on  his  own  account  at  the  present 
location  five  years  ago,  and  during  the  whole  of  that  time 
has  commanded  an  extensive  and  influential  trade. 

Mr.  Eagle  slaughters  his  own  meats,  and  handles 
dressed  meats  of  all  kinds,  and  can  make  a  good  claim  of 
offering  the  consumers  a  line  of  meat  products  that  cannot 
be  excelled.  He  is  prepared  to  sell,  in  quantities  to  suit, 
fresh  killed,  and  guaranteed  {)erfect  in  wholesomenessand 
preservation,  at  prices  which  challenge  competition. 

A  native  of  Delaware,  Mr.  Eagle  is  well  and  favorably 
known.  Two  assistants  are  employed,  who  contribute  to 
the  satisfactory  operations  of  the  business,  and  no  means 
are  left  undone  to  foster  the  interests  of  the  trade. 


72  Delaware's  hidustries. 

The  stock  embraces  meats  of  all  descriptions,  sausage, 
bologna,  lard,  etc.,  and  since  establishing  here  he  has  won 
success  and  popularity  by  honest,  enterprising,  and  legit- 
imate methods  of  dealing.. 


John  H.  Palmer,  Butcher. 

The  establishment  of  Mr.  Palmer  has  achieved  a 
well-merited  reputation  in  this  town.  Mr.  Palmer  has  had 
several  years'  experience  in  his  bu  iness,  and  is  well  and 
favorably  known  as  an  experienced  and  solid,  substantial 
business  man. 

He  started  business  at  the  present  location  two  years 
ago,  and  during  that  time  has  commanded  quite  a  good 
trade. 

Mr.  Palmer  slaughters  his  own  meats,  and  can  vouch 
for  the  purity  of  his  stock.  He  handles  dressed  meats  of 
all  kinds,  and  can  make  a  claim  of  offering  his  patrons  a 
line  of  meat  that  cannot  be  excelled. 

The  store  is  about  15x15,  with  a  large  refrigerator 
for  the  preservation  of  stock.  Lard,  bologna,  sausage, 
scrapple  and  everything  in  this  line  is  kept. 

A  native  of  New  Jersey,  and  a  member  of  the  Order 
of  Red  Men,  he  is  well  known,  socially  and  commercially. 


Mrs.  J.  B.  Montgomery,  Cigars  and  Tobacco. 

Perhaps  in  nothing  is  the  average  man  more  hard  to 
suit  than  in  the  choice  of  his  cigars.  They  must  just  suit 
his  taste,  or  else  he  will  not  be  satisfied,  and  when  once 
pleased  the  chances  are  that  he  will  continue  to  deal  with 
the  same  establishment. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  75 

Among  the  stores  of  this  character  in  this  section 
catering  for  the  popular  trade  in  this  direction  may  be 
mentioned  that  of  Mrs.  J,  B.  Montgomery. 

This  business  was  opened  in  May,  1890,  and  thus  far 
she  has  been  rewarded  with  fair  success.  A  large  selec- 
tion of  the  most  popular  brands  of  cigars,  tobacco,  cigar- 
ettes and  smokers'  articles  is  carried. 

Mrs.  Montgomery  has  become  quite  well  known  here. 
Her  husband  is  employed  in  the  woolen  mill  during  the 
day  ;  otherwise  he  gives  his  attention  to  business  details. 
Both  are  well  liked  here  for  industry  and  enterprise,  and 
no  lack  of  attention  is  bestowed  upon  the  trade. 


John    F.    Brady,    Dealer    in    Groceries,  Dry  Goods 
AND  Notions. 

Identified  with  the  business  prosperity  of  New  Castle, 
Mr.  John  F.  Brady's  places  of  business  are  among  the  best 
grocery  and  dry  goods  houses  in  the  town. 

The  grocery  store,  which  is  large  and  commodious,  is 
very  eligibly  located,  heavily  stocked  with  fine  goods,  and 
presents  the  ample  dimensions  of  20x20  feet  in  area. 

The  business  is  conducted  on  a  fair  basis,  and  the 
stock,  which  is  of  superior  quality,  includes  all  kinds  of 
staple  and  fancy  groceries,  kitchen  and  laundry  supplies, 
canned  and  bottled  goods  of  a  variety  of  table  requisites,  fine 
teas,  coffees  and  spices — in  fact,  a  line  of  goods  only  seen 
in  a  first-class  stock. 

In  the  dry  goods  store,  situated  on  Ninth  street,  may 
be  seen  all  kinds  of  dress  goods,  notions,  trimmings,  furn- 
ishings, etc.;  the  whole  amy  of  goods  is  very  attractive. 
All  kinds  of  furnishings  for  ladies  and  children  can  be  ob- 
tained. 


74  Delaware' s   hidusiries. 

The  store  is  ably  managed  during  Mr.  Brady's  ab- 
sence, in  the  grocery  department,  by  his  mother. 

He  is  a  native  of  New  Castle  and  a  member  of  the 
Order  of  Hibernians.  He  has  been  in  business  for  some 
time,  and  is  well  thought  of  by  the  entire  community  for 
his  consistent  business  methods  and  integrity. 


J.  G.   Knause,  Baker. 

A  bra-nch  of  business  which,  through  experience,  skill, 
judgment  and  reliabilty,  are  the  qualifications  to  success 
is  that  followed  by  the  baker.  A  man  who  possesses  these 
necessary  qualifications  in  a  marked  degree  is  Mr,  J.  G. 
Knause,  of  this  town,  whose  well-known  establishment  is 
at  Eighth  and  South  streets. 

A  native  of  Germany,  Mr.  Knause  came  to  this  town, 
after  an  experience  in  Philadelphia,  Wilmington,  etc., 
and  established  this  business,  which  he  has  since  been  so 
prosperous  in  conducting. 

He  has  been  at  this  location  for  three  years.  He  has 
built  in  that  time  for  himself  a  first-class  trade. 

The  store  is  about  20x20  feet,  with  the  bakery  in  the 
rear.  The  store  contains  his  handiwork,  consisting  of  a 
tempting  display  of  bread,  pies  and  cakes;  everything  is 
fresh,  clean  and  neat. 

Mr.  Knause  is  a  member  of  a  German  lodge,  and  is 
well  known  and  his  ability  fully  recognized. 


Jno.  Thompson,  grocer. 

H.  A.  Dennison,  stoves. 

David  Boulden,  general  merchandise. 

Jefferson  House,  Chas.  Hoffman,  proprietor. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  75 


Thos.  Frazer,  Jr.,  grocer. 

New  Castle  Auction  House. 

B.  F.  Blackburn,  blacksmith. 

R.  C.  Gordon,  cigars  and  tobacco. 

Mrs.  Sarah  Wilmot,  boots  and  shoes. 

J.  E.  Connolly,  merchant  tailor. 

Chas.  E.  Lancaster,  grocer. 

Edw.  Challenger,  druggist. 

J.  O.  Roberts,  ice  cream. 

Miss  Mary  Pedrick,  millinery. 

Jas.  E.  Biggs,  men's  furnishings. 

R,  H.  Harrington,  sheet  iron. 

H.  W.  Frazer,  family  grocer. 

Chas.  V.  Wise,  barber. 

Geo.  R.  Truitt,  cigars. 

Jno.  I.  Boyle,  grocer. 

Wra.  Bartlett,  produce. 

Piatt  &  Elkinton,  general  merchandise. 

Edw.  Dalby,  Five  and  Ten  Cent  Store. 

Chas  Ferris  &  Co.,  druggists. 

New  Castle  Star. 


f6  Delaware's   Industries. 


SMYRNA. 


This  city  is  one  of  the  largest  and  most  flourishing 
towns  in  Kent  county,  having  a  population  of  about  3,300. 
It  is  not  located  on  the  main  line  of  the  railroad,  a  con- 
nection being  made  with  the  Delaware  Division  of  the 
P.,  W.  and  B.  R.  R.  at  Clayton.  It  has,  however,  direct 
water  communication  with  Philadelphia  and  Wilmington, 
with  a  line  of  steamers  running.  The  soil  is  of  a  loamy 
and  sandy  nature,  land  selling  from  $2^  to  $100  per  acre. 
The  principal  crops  are  peaches,  grapes  and  small  fruits 
of  all  kinds. 

The  city  has  gas  and  water  works  ;  it  is  well  laid  out 
and  contains  some  very  attractive  buildings  and  residences. 
Two  banks  are  in  operation  :  The  Fruit- Growers'  National 
and  the  National  Bank  of  Smyrna,  both  of  which  are  very 
strong  institutions. 

The  town  also  contains  six  churches  and  a  number  of 
secret  organizations,  besides  a  building  and  loan  associa- 
tion, which  is  in  a  flourishing  condition,  and  two  weekly 
newspapers. 

The  town  is  one  of  the  most  progressive  in  this  sec- 
tion, and  during  the  past  ten  years  its  growth  has  been 
quite  large. 


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Delaware' s   industries. 


77 


Wm.  Faries,  Stoves,  Hardware,  etc.,  Commerce  St. 

A  representative  house  engaged  in  this  business  is 
that  of  Wm.  Faries,  of  Commerce  street. 

This  business  has  been  established  here  at  its  present 
location  for  twenty  years,  and  during  that  time,  from  the 
very  beginning  of  its  eventful  career  in  the  business  world, 
has  had  the  success  which  it  deserves,  due  to  the  business- 
like methods  and  straightforward  manner  of  dealing. 

The  store,  which  is  of  ample  size,  is  20x100  feet  in 
dimensions,  including  the  workshop.  This  department  is 
under  the  supervision  of  an  efficient  workman,  who  repairs 
and  manufactures  tinware  of  all  description. 


The  store  is  stocked  with  stoves  of  all  kinds  for  heat- 
ing and  cooking  purposes,  Mr.  Faries  making  a  specialty  of 
the  Times  Cook  Stove  and  the  Gauze  Door  Range. 

There  is  also  quite  a  line  of  hardware  of  every  de- 
scription for  building  and  household  purposes,  sewing  ma- 
chines, cutlery,  tools,  lamps,  crockery  ware,  tin  ware,  and 
a  general  line  of  household  goods.  This  is  the  largest 
store  of  its  kind  here.  Mr.  Faries  is  a  native  of  Delaware, 
and  a  member  of  the  Odd  Fellows,  the  Masonic  fraternity, 
and  the  treasurer  of  the  Board  of  Trade,  being  respected 
by  all  who  know  him  for  his  ability  and  enterprise. 


78 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


Elmer  Hoffecker,  Meat  Market. 

In  order  to  preserve  good  health,  a  certain  amount  of 
animal  food  is  necessary  to  human  existence,  and  it  is  de- 
sirable that  ihe  most  nutritious  food  should  be  taken. 

Among  the  dealers  in  this  section  that  enjoy  a  high 
reputation  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Elmer  Hoffecker. 

This  gentleman  started  in  business  about  a  year  ago, 
and  has  thus  far  given  every  prospect  of  success.  The 
store  is  of  ample  size,  and  is  in  every  respect  fitted  in  the 
neatest  and  most  attractive  manner,  a  large  refrigerator 
being  used  for  storage  purposes  and  the  preservation  of 
meats. 

All  the  meat  sold  is  killed  under  the  immediate  super- 
vision of  the  proprietor,  and  care  is  taken  to  select  nothing 
but  the  most  healthy  stock.  Beef,  veal,  lamb,  mutton  and 
pork  are  handled.  Sausage,  lard,  scrapple,  hams,  bacon, 
salt  and  smoked  meats  of  all  kinds  are  also  dealt  in. 

Mr.  Hoffecker  is  a  thoroughly  practical  butcher,  and 
is  capable  of  supplying  the  demands  of  the  most  particu- 
lar patrons.  To  successfully  conduct  this  business,  from 
three  to  five  men  and  two  teams  are  employed  in  the  busi- 
ness. 

He  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  town,  and  is 
known  as  an  active  and  energetic  business  man,  well  and 
favorably  known  to  the  community. 


J.  V.  Price,  Blacksmith. 

The  importance  of  the  horse  as  a  beast  of  burden  can 
be  readily  appreciated  by  all  persons.  In  order  to  obtain 
the  greatest  amount  of  work  from  an  animal,  great  care 
must  be  taken  of  his  feet,  and  no  one  but  a  thoroughly 
competent  blacksmith  should  be  allowed  to  shoe  him. 


Delaware'  f^  Industries.  79 

We  take  the  liberty  in  bringing  before  our  readers' 
notice  Mr.  J.  V.  Price,  whose  establishment  is  located  on 
Commerce  street.  It  is  of  ample  size,  and  is  in  every  re- 
spect fitted  with  the  best  tools  and  appliances  for  carrying 
on  the  work  in  hand,  two  forges  being  in  use.  General 
blacksmith  work  of  all  kinds  is  done,  but,  however,  the 
specialty  is  horse-shoeing. 

Mr.  Price  has  made  a  special  study  of  this  business, 
and  no  horse  owner  need  be  afraid  of  trusting  his  most 
valuable  stock  in  his  care. 

A  native  of  Maryland,  he  has  becom'i  very  well 
known  in  this  section  as  an  active  and  enterprising  me- 
chanic. 


G.  W.  I'lLGHMAN,  Blacksmith  and  Wheelwright. 

One  of  the  most  useful  industries  of  this  town  is  that 
of  blacksmith  and  wheelwright. 

This  gentleman,  G.  W.  Tilghman,  is  a  native  of  Mary- 
land, but  has  been  in  Delaware  for  thirty  years,  and  has 
been  in  this  business  here  for  twenty-two  years.  Thus 
having  years  of  practical  experience,  one  can  justly 
contend  that  work  turned  out  of  this  establishment  will 
meet  with  the  approval  and  to  the  entire  satisfaction  of  the 
patrons. 

The  store  used  for  carrying  stock,  with  the  workshop 
in  the  rear,  occupies  a  space  the  dimensions  of  which  are 
20x30  feet.  He  employs  now  two  skillful  men,  and  all 
work  turned  out  is  under  his  personal  supervision,  thus 
assuring  perfect  satisfaction  in  every  detail.  A  special 
feature  of  the  establishment  is  all  kinds  of  turning,  plan- 
ing and  sawing  in  wood  and  iron  work.      A  well  equipped 


8o  Delaware' s   Industries. 

machine  shop  is  utilized  for  this  wcrk.  Scrolling  brackets 
and  all  kinds  of  general  jobbing  are  executed. 

The  stock  embraces  all  kinds  of  blacksmith  and 
wheelwright  supplies,  guns  and  ammunition  of  all  kinds; 
in  fact,  general  sportsmen's  goods,  farmers'  implements, 
horse  shoes,  all  kind  of  nails  and  general  hardware,  both 
heavy  and  shelf  goods. 

Mr.  Tilghman  has  justly  earned  for  himself  the  repu- 
tation of  being  a  thoroughly  practical  man  in  his  business. 


Chas.    W.    Sisco,    Practical    Tin    and    Sheet    Iron 
Worker. 

There  are  no  better  or  more  favorably  known  houses 
of  this  character  in  this  section  than  that  of  Mr.  Chas. 
Sisco.  This  bushiess  had  its  original  inception  October 
i8,  1888,  and  through  the  activity,  energy  and  ability  of 
Mr,  Sisco  and  his  employees,  who  are  skilled  workmen,  it 
has  steadily  increased. 

The  store  and  work-rooms  are  eligibly  located  near 
the  center  of  the  town,  on  Commerce  street.  They  are  of 
ample  proportions,  and  the  workshop  is  fitted  with  all  the 
newest  and  most  improved  tools  and  appliances.  Here 
may  be  found  a  large  assortment  of  all  the  best  makes  of 
stovej,  heaters  and  ranges,  as  well  as  tin  and  sheet  iron 
work  of  ail  kinds.  A  special  feature  is  done  in  plumbing 
and  gas  fitting,  as  well  as  all  kinds  of  tinning,  spouting  and 
repairing.  This  is  promptly  attended  to.  Particular  at- 
tention is  paid  to  the  work  executed,  so  that  it  will  bear  the 
most  critical  tests  as  to  rtliability. 

Mr.  Sisco  is  thoroughly  familiar  with  this  business, 
and  is  practical  in  all  its  workings.     All  work  is  under  his 


Delaware' s  Industries.  8i 

perso:  al  supervision;  thus  can  be  assured  the  utmost  satis- 
faction. 

He  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  county,  and  is 
widely  known  and  universally  respected.  He  is  an  active 
member  of  the  Odd  Fellows,  and  is  one  of  Smyrna's  repre- 
sentative mechanics  and  business  men  whose  services  are 
appreciated  in  his  particular  line  of  trade. 


Mrs.  L.  Collins,   Notions  and  Trimmings,   Commerce 
Street. 

This  business  was  established  here  eleven  years  ago, 
and  continued  from  the  start  to  attract  to  itself  numerous 
patrons.  Mrs.  L.  Collins  conducts  the  establishment  dur- 
ing the  absence  of  her  husband,  who  is  a  bookkeeper  for  a 
firm  in  the  town. 

The  store  utilized  for  business  purposes  is  of  ample 
size,  being  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  containing 
quite  a  large,  clean  and  well  selected  stock  of  notions  and 
trimmings  of  every  description ;  also  fancy  goods,  art 
needlework  of  all  kinds. 

This  establishment,  being  devoted  to  all  kinds  ot 
fancy  work  and  embroidery,  attracts  quite  an  amount  of 
patronage  in  this  line.  A  special  feature  is  made  in  em- 
broidering material,  pinking,  stamping,  etc.  No  lack  of 
facilities  are  at  hand  to  facilitate  the  interests  of  the  trade. 

Mrs.  Collins  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  has  always 
been  a  resident  of  Smyrna,  where  she  is  well  known  and 
appreciated  by  her  numerous  friends  and  patrons  for  the 
taste  displayed  in  the  selection  and  display  of  good?. 
Since  establishing  here,  she  has  won  the  respect  of  the 
community,  and  is  recognized  as  a  reliable  dealer  in  her 
branch  of  trade. 


82  Delaware' s  Induslries. 

W.  W,  TscHUDY,  General  Merchandise. 

This  being  one  of  the  leading  and  representative 
stores  in  this  town,  we  cannot  fail  but  mention  that 
through  the  enterprise  and  business  ability  of  its  present 
proprietor  that  this  is  justly  due. 

Mr.  W.  W.  Tschudy  began  business  here  some  thirty- 
two  years  ago,  and  has  since  the  start  obtained  quite  an 
influential  patronage. 

These  stores,  which  are  about  40x60  feet  in  dimen- 
sions (being  two  stores  combined  into  one),  contain  an  ex- 
tensive line  of  goods,  complete  in  assortment ;  also 
dry  goods  of  every  class  and  kind,  dress  goods,  muslins, 
linens,  white  goods,  etc.,  trimmings  and  notions  of  all 
sorts,  groceries,  staple  and  fancy,  housefurnishing  goods  of 
a  vast  variety,  horse  clothing,  boots  and  shoes,  and  ladies' 
and  gents'  furnishings,  from  the  finer  to  the  most  substan- 
tial varieties — in  fact,  a  general  store  where  almost  every- 
thing can  be  obtained. 

Every  facility  is  enjoyed,  and  to  successfully  conduct 
this  business  several  competent  assistants  are  employed. 

Mr.  Tschudy  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  and  by  his  en- 
terprise and  business  abilities  has  become  one  of  the  promi- 
Jient  business  men  in  this  section. 


C.  H.  Register,  Dealer  in  Meats^  Etc. 

There  is  hardly  any  business  which  so  occupies  the 
thoughts  of  its  many  patrons  as  to  the  relative  value  of 
what  they  purchase  as  that  of  the  food  supplying  establish- 
ments. 

In  this  connection  we  refer  to  the  establishment  of 
Mr.  C.  H.  Register,  who  has  always  retained  the  reputa- 


Delaware" s  Industries.  83 

tion  for  healthy  and  fresh  stock.  All  kinds  of  beef,  veal, 
mutton,  pork  and  lamb  are  kept,  as  well  as  salt  meats, 
hams,  lard,  bacon  and  everything  in  this  line  of  goods. 

Having  been  in  business  here  for  three  years  at  the 
present  location,  he  has  from  the  start  enjoyed  the  confi- 
dence of  his  patrons.  The  store  utilized  for  business  pur- 
poses is  of  ample  size,  being  14x16  feet  in  dimensions, 
with  an  office  in  the  rear,  and  having  facilities  for  the 
preservation  of  his  goods,  which  are  always  clean  and  fresh 
meats. 

The  subject  of  this  review  is  a  native  of  Delaware  and 
a  member  of  the  Order  of  Good  Templars  and  Odd  Fel- 
lows, also  prominently  identified  with  the  temperance 
cause.  A  practical  man  in  this  business,  one  who  can 
readily  discuss  and  supply  the  many  wants  of  his  custom- 
ers, he  well  merits  the  measure  of  success  attending  his  ef- 
forts in  the  direction  of  supplying  food  products. 


Miss  R.  A.  Lee,  Millinery. 

Perhaps  in  nothing  is  the  average  lady  more  difficult 
to  please  than  in  the  selection  of  a  bonnet.  It  must  just 
suit  her  or  else  she  will  not  be  satisfied,  and  when  once 
pleased  the  chances  are  that  she  will  continue  to  deal  with 
the  same  house. 

Among  the  dealers  catering  for  the  popular  trade  in 
this  line  may  be  mentioned  Miss  R.  A.  Lee.  This  lady 
opened  business  in  this  town  about  two  years  ago,  and  thus 
far  she  has  been  most  successful,  due  to  personal  attention 
to  details  and  a  fine  quality  of  goods. 

The  premises  are  of  ample  size.  They  are  located  on 
Commerce  street,  and  are  fitted  in  the  neatest  manner. 


84  Delaware' s  Industries. 

A  very  large  and  complete  assortment  of  trimmed  and 
untrimmed  hats  and  bonnets  are  carried,  comprising  many 
of  the  season's  latest  novelties.  A  specially  is  made  of 
trimming  bonnets  to  order  to  suit  the  taste  and  idea  of  the 
purchaser.  All  kinds  of  ribbons,  feathers  and  millinery 
goods  art  also  carried,  and  no  opportunity  is  lost  that  may 
cater  to  the  wants  of  a  select  trade. 

Miss  Lee  displays  good  taste  in  this  line,  and  obtains 
the  newest  styles  from  the  fashion  centers  of  this  country^ 

A  native  of  Maryland,  but  a  long  resident  here,  she  is 
well  known,  socially  as  well  as  commercially,  and  com- 
mands the  confidence  of  the  trade  for  reliability. 


Robert  Dennev,  Flour,  Feed,  and  Grain.     Proprie- 
tor OF  Denney's  Roller  Mills. 

There  have  been  but  few  flour  mills  in  this  section  of 
the  country  that  have  had  as  long  a  period  of  success  as 
those  of  Mr.  Robert  Denney. 

This  gentlem.an  first  took  the  mills  about  a  quarter  of 
a  century  ago,  and  has  since  operated  them.  Located  on 
Duck  Creek,  about  a  mile  from  town,  they  are  of  ample 
size,  furnished  with  water  and  steam  power,  and  from  time 
to  time  new  and  improved  machinery  has  been  added^ 
until  at  present  they  are  able  to  compete  with  the  larger 
mills  in  the  production  of  fine  grade  flours. 

The  mill  building  is  about  25x80  feet  in  dimensions, 
and  is  three  stories  in  height,  with  no  lack  of  facilities  ta 
operate  them  on  an  extensive  scale.  Six  men  are  now  em- 
ployed, and  two  teams  for  hauling  purposes. 

The  finest  grades  of  flour  are  made.  Among  the 
most  popular  brands  are  the  "  Linden,"  "  Best  XXXX,"^ 


Delaware's   Industries.  85 

and  "Success,"  all  of  which  have  had  large  sales  in  this 
vicinity. 

The  house  also  deals  in  hay,  grain,  feed,  and  straw, 
to  quite  a  large  extent,  with  all  the  accessories,  such  as 
rock  salt,  wheel  grease,  etc. 

Mr.  D.^nney  has  spent  the  greater  portion  of  his  busi- 
ness career  in  this  business,  and  is  fully  alive  to  the  de- 
mands of  the  trade,  which  is  extensive  in  the  line  of  fam- 
ily and  bakers'  flour. 

He  is  a  native  of  the  Diamond  State,  and  is  well  known 
as  an  active  and  enterprising  merchant,  holding  the  confi- 
dence of  the  public  as  a  responsible  dealer  and  manufac- 
turer. 


William  B.  Start,  Cigars,  Tobacco,  and  News  Dealer. 

One  of  the  greatest  luxuries  of  mankind  is  the  use  of 
tobacco,  and  nearly  every  civilized  community  consumes 
this  narcotic  in  one  form  or  another. 

In  connection  with  this  introduction  we  refer  to  the 
trade  in  Smyrna.  Among  the  dealers  catering  to  the  pop- 
ular taste  in  this  direction  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  William 
B.  Start. 

This  gentleman  located  himself  in  business  here  about 
four  years  ago,  and  has  built  up  a  fine  trade. 

Here  may  be  found  at  all  times  a  full  and  choice  selec- 
tion of  the  most  pojular  brands  of  imported  and  domestic 
cigars,  smoking  and  chewing  tobacco,  cigarettes  and 
smokers'  articles  generally. 

In  addition  to  the  above  lines,  Mr.  Start  also  carries  a 
full  line  of  newspapers,  periodicals,  and  popular  literature 
of  all  sorts. 


86  Delaware's  Industries. 

All  the  leading  daily  and  weekly  New  York  and  Phil- 
adelphia papers  are  supplied  to  patrons,  and  all  orders  left 
here  can  be  filled  with  promptness  in  the  way  of  papers, 
periodicals,  magazines,  etc. 

No  lack  of  attention  is  bestowed  upon  the  de- 
mands of  the  trade,  and  every  facility  is  enjoyed  that  can 
in  any  way  administer  to  the  wants  of  the  trade. 

The  subject  of  this  review  has  been  a  lifelong  resident 
of  the  town,  and  is  widely  known. 

He  is  Financial  Secretary  of  the  Royal  Templars,  and 
stands  well  as  a  representative  of  his  line  of  merchandise. 


J.  E.  Carter,  Painter  and  Decorator. 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  trade  has  more  improvement 
been  made  than  in  the  above  business,  and  in  order  to  keep 
fully  up  to  the  standard,  a  man  must  be  thoroughly  posted 
in  all  the  new  fads  and  fancies. 

Perhaps  the  most  capable  decorator  in  this  sec- 
tion is  the  gentleman  whose  name  heads  this  article. 
Founding  this  business  originally  eight  years  ago,  he  has 
through  his  ability  and  energy  succeeded  to  an  extensive 
patronage. 

The  store  is  eligibly  located  on  Commerce  street.  It 
is  of  ample  proportions  and  in  every  way  furnished  in  an 
attractive  manner.  A  large  stock  of  paints,  gla?s,  putty, 
brushes,  varnishes,  and  painters'  materials  generally,  is 
carried,  as  well  as  a  fine  line  of  wall  papers,  comprising 
all  the  latest  fashions,  from  the  cheapest  to  the  most  ex- 
quisite patterns,  as  well  as  window  shades,  etc. 

Painting  and  decorating  of  all  kinds  is  also  done, 
and  in  the  conduct  of  the  business  upwards  of  eight  skilled 
workmen  are  employed. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  87 

A  large  assortment  of  artists'  materials  and  fancy 
goods  are  also  carried  in  stock. 

Mr.  Carter  is  thoroughly  familiar  with  all  the  details 
of  the  business,  and  is  capable  of  suiting  the  most  fastid- 
ious patrons. 


L.  O.  Waller,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler. 

With  the  increase  of  wealth  and  education  of  a  com- 
munity comes  greater  demand  for  articles  of  personal 
adornment  and  objects  of  art. 

One  of  the  most  prominent  dealers  in -this  class  in 
this  town  is  Mr.  L.  O.  Waller. 

This  gentleman  opened  business  in  this  town  Novem- 
ber ist,  1890. 

His  store  is  eligibly  located  on  Main  street.  It  is 
newly  fitted  in  an  attractive  manner,  with  all  the  modern 
trade  conveniences. 

The  stock  carried  is  quite  extensive,  and  comprises  a 
full  and  choice  selection  of  Swiss  and  American  manufac- 
ture, diamonds  and  precious  stones,  jewelry,  silverware, 
clocks,  etc.  ;  in  fact,  everything  that  is  to  be  found  in  a 
general  line  of  these  goods. 

Mr.  Waller  has  spent  some  years  of  practical  expe- 
rience in  the  business,  and  is  fully  familiar  with  all  the 
details  of  his  craft. 

He  enjoys  the  closest  relationship  with  the  importers 
and  manufacturers  in  New  York  and  Philadelphia,  and  is 
thus  enabled  to  furnish  his  patrons  with  the  newest  and 
most  beautiful  styles  of  personal  adornment. 

A  special  feature  is  the  repairing  department.  This 
is  fi-ted  out  with   all   the  most   improved  tools  and  appli- 


88  Delaware' s  Industries. 

ances,  and  no  lack  of  attention  is  paid  to  the  repairing  of 
watches  of  the  most  intricate  mechanism,  as  well  as  all 
kinds  of  jewelry,  etc. 

Under  his  personal  supervision  this  department  is 
reputable,  and  can  give  perfect  assurance  of  satisfaction  to 
the  most  fastidious  patron. 

AVell  and  favorably  known,  he  well  merits  the  esteem 
in  which  his  services  are  held,  and  by  persistent  and  active 
industry  and  business  integrity,  he  is  destined  to  become 
a  factor  in  the  commercial  circles  of  the  community. 


Samuel  Taylor,  Agricultural  Implements. 

Situated  as  this  city  is,  in  the  heart  of  a  great  farming 
country,  it  is  not  surprising  that  an  establishment  of 
this  nature  should  locate  here. 

Mr.  Taylor  opened  business  about  a  year  ago,  and 
thus  far  he  has  been  most  successful,  and  if  indications 
count  for  anything,  his  continued  prosperity  is  assured. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  on  Main  street. 
They  are  of  ample  proportions,  being  about  25x100  feet 
in  dimensions,  fitted  out  in  the  most  commodious  manner, 
every  convenience  being  brought  to  bear  upon  the  work  in 
hand. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  the  best 
and  most  popular  makes  of  plows,  harrows,  rakes,  reapers, 
mowers,  and  in  fact  farming  implements  and  machinery  of 
every  description  \  all  kinds  of  building,  as  well  as  shelf 
and  household  hardware,  cutlery  and  tools,  are  kept  in 
variety. 

Mr.  Taylor  has  a  large  acquaintance  among  the  farm- 
ers of  this  region,  and  is  highly  respected  as  an  honest, 
active,  and  enterprising  merchant. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  89 

He  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  the  city,  and  was 
chosen  by  his  admiring  fellow  citizens  as  a  member  of 
Councils,  and  now  occupies  the  position  of  acting  secre- 
tary of  the  Water  Works. 

Proving  himself  an  enterprising  and  public-spirited 
citizen,  he  commands  the  respect  of  the  community. 


I.  B.  VicKERS,  Staple  and  Fancy  Groceries. 

Considering  the  short  time  that  the  above  gentleman 
has  been  in  business  in  this  town,  it  is  creditable  to  the 
large  trade  he  has  built  up.  This  is  owing  to  his  activity 
and  enterprise,  combined  with  a  fine  quality  of  goods. 

This  business  was  originally  started  about  two  years 
ago,  in  a  comparatively  small  way ;  the  trade,  however, 
has  greatly  increased. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  near  the  business 
centre  of  the  town,  and  are  in  every  way  first-class,  being 
about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions.  They  are  fitted  in  a 
neat  and  attractive  manner,  with  the  most  commodious  ap- 
pliances. 

The  stock  carried  is  large,  comprising  a  choice  assort- 
ment of  all  kinds  of  plain  and  fancy  groceries,  canned 
goods,  dried  fruits,  nuts,  fruit,  kitchen,  table  and  laundry 
supplies,  and  in  fact  everything  that  a  first-class  house  of 
this  nature  would  have.  A  neat  collection  of  china  and 
glassware  is  also  handled. 

The  store  is  the  only  exclusive  grocery  establishment 
here. 

Mr.  Vickers  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  this  State, 
and  is  widely  known  and  universally  respected  in  this  sec- 
tion for  his  integrity  and  business  qualifications. 


90 


Delaware' s   Industries. 


L.  C.  McCoy,  Agt.,  Stoves,  Etc.,  Commerce  St. 

A  justly  celebrated  house  for  good  work  and  prompt 
attention  is  that  of  L.  C.  McCoy,  of  Commerce  street. 

This  business  was  first  established  next  door  to  his 
present  place  about  six  years  ago.  He  has,  however,  been 
at  this  present  location  for  two  years. 

All  kinds  of  stoves  for  cooking  and  heating  purposes, 
ranges,  etc.,  are  kept,  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  tin  roof- 
ing, spouting  and  repairing  all  kinds  of  sheet  iron  and  tin 
work,  heaters  and  ranges  and  general  tinkering. 


The  store  is  of  ample  size,  with  the  workshop.  The 
latter  is  equipped  with  all  the  most  approved  tools  and  ap- 
pliances to  conduct  such  a  business. 

Mr.  McCoy  has  been  in  Delaware  for  many  year-s,  and 
was  formerly  a  member  of  the  Knights  of  Pythias.  He 
has  built  for  himself  quite  a  nice  trade,  and  is  on  a  fair 
road  to  success,  due  to  personal  attention  to  details  and 
skillful,  honest  work.  Having  spent  a  large  amount  of  his 
business  career  in  this  line,  he  has  become  thoroughly 
practical,  and  is  fully  familiar  with  all  the  details  of  his 
business,  being  competent  to  fully  supply  the  demands  of 
the  trade. 


Delaware' s   hidustries.  91 

H.  C.    Spruance,   Fancy  and  Staple  Groceries. 

In  considering  the  relative  value  of  various  commer- 
cial enterprises  those  which  contribute  largely  to  the  sup- 
ply of  the  actual  necessities  of  m.ankind  should  be  entitled 
to  first  consideration. 

In  connection  with  this  subject  we  refer  to  the  estab- 
lishment of  Mr.  Spruance  as  a  representative  of  this  line  in 
this  city. 

This  gentleman  started  business  here  nearly  thirty 
years  ago,  and  has  become  one  of  the  most  favorably 
known  dealers  in  the  city.  The  store  is  eligibly  located 
on  Commerce  street.  It  is  of  ample  proportions,  and  is  in 
every  way  fitted  in  a  neat  and  attractive  manner. 

The  stock  carried  is  large,  and  comprises  a  carefully 
selected  assortment  of  fine  teas,  coffees,  spices,  canned 
goods,  nuts,  dried  fruits,  kitchen,  table  and  laundry  sup- 
plies, and  in  fact  everything  in  the  line  of  fancy  and  staple 
groceries.  Glassware,  china  and  queensware  are  also  ex- 
tensively handled,  and  no  lack  of  facilities  is  had  to  foster 
the  interests  of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Spruance  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  this  sec- 
tion, and  is  recognized  as  an  active  and  enterprising  citi- 
zen who  is  pushing  his  business  to  its  greatest  extent. 

Trade  of  late  has  been  somewhat  quiet,  but  an  im- 
provement is  looked  for.  The  subject  of  this  review  well 
merits  the  esteem  in  which  he  is  held,  and  is  recognized 
among  the  responsible  dealers. 


Ed.  G.  Wall,  clothier. 
Charles  C.  Boemhler,  bakery. 
Smyrna  House. 
Oscar  Fisher,  watchmaker. 


•92 


Delaware' s   Industries, 


E.  C.  Faries,  harness. 

William  P.  Legg,  harness. 

The  Fruit  Growers'  National  Bank. 

William  B.  Collins,  hardware. 

National  Bank  of  Smyrna. 

Miss  M.  L.  Allen^  notions. 

McCoy  &  Brown,  tailors. 

Ashcroft  &  Clifton,  druggists. 

G.  M.  Stevenson,  contectionery. 

J.  Henry  Jefferson,  general  merchandise. 

Mrs.  L.  A.  Cotton,  fancy  goods. 

Mrs.  K.  Beck,  millinery. 

A.  W.  Montgomery,  dry  goods. 

J.  G.  Britton,  heaters. 

Mrs.  C.  A.  Winford,  notions. 

Joseph  Stevenson,  fine  art. 

J.  E.  Collins,  hardware. 

J.  W.  Denney,  drugs. 

C.  Prettyman,  boots  and  shoes. 

W  A.  Winford,  general  merchandise. 

Lewis  &  Price,  fertilizers. 

Edw.  Beck,  general  merchandise. 

T.  B.  Megear,  dry  goods. 

W.  E.  &  S.  T.  Megear,  millinery. 

William  H.  Baggs,  boots  and  shoes. 

J.  B.  Cooper,  general  merchandise. 

H.  W.  Hernheimer,  clothing. 

W.  E.  Hall  &  Son,  general  merchandise. 

Joseph  Reynolds,  farm  produce. 

Miss  M.  E.  Savin,  millinery. 

J.  W.  Jones,  provisions. 


Delaware's   Indtisiries.  9;^ 


MIDDLETOWN. 


One  of  the  best  and  most  flourishing  towns  in  the 
State.  It  is  situated  on  the  Delaware  Division  of  the  Phil- 
adelphia, Wilmington  and  Baltimore  Railroad,  about  half 
way  between  Wilmington  and  Dover. 

The  surrounding  country  is  one  of  the  most  highly  culti- 
vated in  the  State,  land  selling  anywhere  from  |6o  to  ;^ioo 
per  acre,  according  to  its  location.  The  principal  crops 
are  wheat,  corn,  vegetables,  fruits  and  peaches. 

The  population  is  about  2,500,  and  the  census  of  this 
year  shows  a  considerable  increase  over  that  of  1880.  The 
city  is  well  laid  out  with  wide  and  beautifully  shaded 
streets.  It  contains  city  gas  and  water  works,  and  electric 
lights  have  lately  been  added.  Two  banks  are  in  opera- 
tion, the  People's  and  the  Citizens',  both  of  which  are  ex- 
ceptionally strong  organizations.  Two  hotels  are  located 
here,  the  National  and  the  Middletown,  both  of  which  af- 
ford comfortable  resting  places  for  travelers. 

The  stage  routes  to  Odessa,  Ceciltown  and  Warwick 
leave  here  daily. 


94  Delaware' s   Industries. 

National  Hotel,  Alex.  Maxwell,  Proprietor. 

Perhaps  in  no  position  in  life  does  a  man  receive  less 
appreciation  for  his  labor  than  a  hotel  proprietor.  Having 
all  kinds  and  classes  of  humanity  to  please,  it  is  impossible 
to  suit  every  one.  But  one  of  the  most  popular  hotels  in 
this  section  of  the  country  is  the  National  Hotel. 

■This  house  was  built  in  1861.  It  is  admirably  located 
near  the  railroad  station  and  contiguous  to  the  business 
portion  of  the  town.  A  three  story  brick  building,  it  is 
particularly  adapted  to  the  requirements  of  a  first-class 
hotel,  containing  in  all  about  forty  rooms — thirty-four 
sleeping  rooms — all  of  which  are  large,  airy  and  well  furn- 
ished. Every  convenience  is  at  hand  for  the  successful  con- 
duct of  this  business,  a  fine  stable  being  connected  and  a 
well-stocked  sample  room,  containing  only  the  finest 
liquors  and  cigars  the  market  affords,  rich  old  rye  and 
Bourbon  whiskies,  mellow  wines  and  fresh  beer  always  on 
tap. 

Mr.  Maxwell  purchased  this  property  in  1876,  and  in 
1877  took  the  management,  which  he  has  still  kept. 
Through  his  capable  executive  abilities  the  trade  has  largely 
increased,  and  it  is  the  best  patronized  hotel  in  town,  due 
to  every  personal  consideration  shown  the  traveling  pub- 
lic. The  cuisine  is  perfect,  bemg  under  the  direction  of  a 
competent  chef.  The  dining  room,  capable  of  seating 
about  fifty  persons,  is  well  ordered  and  neatly  arranged. 
One  of  the  commendable  features  is  the  table  service  and 
its  general  neat  and  cleanly  appearance. 

Mr.  Maxwell  is  a  Marylander  by  birth,  but  has  be- 
come very  well  known  in  this  vicinity,  and  is  universally 
respected  by  all  who  have  ever  had  any  transactions  with 
him  in  social,  as  well  as  the  commercial  aspects  of  life. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  95 

George  S.  Hopkins,  Bakery,  and  AgenI-   for   Fabric 
Fire  Hose  Co  ,  of  New  York. 

Bread  has  been  styled  the  "staff  of  life,"  and  indeed 
it  is,  for  where  is  the  family  who  does  not  consume  large 
quantities  of  this  commodity? 

The  most  prominent  dealer  devoting  his  energies  to 
this  line  in  this  town  is  Mr.  George  S.  Hopkins.  This 
gentleman  originally  established  business  here  about  ten 
years  ago,  and  has,  by  his  untiring  efforts,  built  up  quite 
an  extensive  trade. 

The  premises  are  well  located  on  Main  street,  and  are 
of  ample  size,  with  a  large  bake-house  in  the  rear,  fitted 
with  all  the  facilities  of  the  trade. 

Nothing  but  the  best  materials  are  used,  which,  in 
conjunction  with  the  highly  skilled  labor,  unite  in  making 
the  best  quality  of  product.  Bread,  pies,  biscuits,  plain 
and  fancy  cakes,  are  the  products,  and  are  unexcelled  for 
purity  and  flavor. 

In  addition  to  this  business  Mr.  Hopkins  is  also  Chief 
of  the  Fire  Department  here,  a  position  which  he  has  held 
to  the  entire  credit  of  the  community  at  large. 

He  is  also  the  agent  in  Delaware  for  the  Fabric  Fire 
Hose  Company,  of  New  York  City,  manufacturers  of  Fab- 
ric hose  for  all  purposes,  and  in  this  capacity  is  qualified 
to  supply  the  best  fire-hose  in  the  maikei,  at  the  lowest 
quotations. 

As  an  evidence  of  his  success,  we  may  mention, 
among  various  towns  that  he  has  supplied  with  fire  appa- 
ratus, Centerville,  Clayton,  Middletown,  etc.,  and  in 
each  quarter  has  given  entire  satisfaction. 

All  the  paraphernalia  and  apparatus  that  go  to  complete 
a  well-equipped  station  may  be  found  by  conesponding  with 


96  Delaware' s   Industries. 

this  gentleman,  as  he  is  in  position   to  advise  those  inter- 
ested in  purchasing  this  line  of  goods. 

A  native  of  New  Jersey,  Mr.  Hopkins  has  been  in 
this  section  many  years  and  is  widely  known  as  an  active 
and  enterprising  business  man,  winning  the  esteem  and 
confidence  of  those  with  whom  he  forms  business  rela- 
tion?. 


Solomon  Burstan,  Boots,  Shoes,  Clothing,  Etc. 

Among  the  many  business  enterprises  which  have  cen- 
tered themselves  and  seem  to  move  on  with  a  prosperous 
look  may  be  mentioned  the  establishment  of  Mr.  Solomon 
Burstan,  of  Main  street,  who  has  been  in  business  in  this 
present  location  for  over  a  year.  This  place  being  ot 
ample  size  for  the  display  of  clothing  of  all  kinds  and  des- 
cription for  men  and  children,  all  styles  and  quality  may 
here  be  found ;  also  a  line  of  men's,  children's  and  ladies' 
shoes.  Making  a  specialty  of  repairing  and  order  work, 
this  department  is  equipped  with  all  the  facilities  for  the 
business. 

Being  a  practical  shoemaker,  the  proprietor  is  kept 
actively  at  work  repairing  and  making  shoes  for  the  many 
who  have  found  his  tvork  to  be  always  satisfactory. 

Mr.  Burstan  is  a  native  of  Roumanian  which  is  in 
Central  Europe,  and  had  been  engaged  in  business  in  Phil- 
adelphia for  seven  years  previous  to  his  arriving  at  Mid- 
dletown. 

His  trade  here  is  steadily  increasing,  and  by  honest 
industry  and  energy  may  be  classed  among  the  better  busi- 
ness men  of  this  section. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  97 

E.  S.  Jones,  Tonsorial  Artist, 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  business  is  there  greater  skill  re- 
quired upon  the  part  of  the  proprietor  of  an  establish- 
ment than  the  tonsorial  vocation.  He  must  be  fully  famil- 
iar with  the  trade  and  capable  of  pleasing  the  most 
fastidious. 

Among. the  best  known  barbers  in  this  town  we  may 
mention  Mr.  E.  S.  Jones.  This  gentleman  started  business 
about  nine  years  ago,  and  has  gathered  quite  an  extensive 
patronage,  due  to  personal  attention  and  the  service  of  only 
skilled  workmen. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Main  street.  They  are 
of  ample  size,  and  are  in  every  respect  fitted  in  a  neat  and 
attractive  manner,  two  chairs  being  in  constant  use,  thus 
obviating  long  and  tedious  waits. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  cutting  ladies'  and  children's 
hair  in  the  latest  fashions.  Particular  rttention  is  paid  to 
cases  of  sickness  or  death,  shaving  being  done  most  care- 
fully and  in  a  pleasing  manner. 

Mr.  Jones  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  but  has  been  a 
resident  of  this  town  for  about  a  score  of  years.  He  is  a 
prominent  member  of  the  Annual  Benefit  Society  of  Phil- 
adelphia, and  is  well  known  in  social  circles  as  an  enter- 
prising advocate  of  his  art. 


Parvis  &  Williams  Company,  Manufacturers  of  Fer- 
tilizers. 

Situated  as  Middletown  is,  in  one  of  the  greatest  agri- 
cultural belts  of  this  country,  it  is  not  surprising  that  an  es- 
tablishment of  this  nature  should  locate  itself  here.  This- 
business  was  originally  started  in  1882  by  Parvis  &  Biggs; 


98  Delaware' s  Industries. 

after  two  years,  Mr.  Biggs  retired  and  Mr.  Parvis  con- 
ducted it  alone  for  a  short  time,  when  Mr.  Wilhams  en- 
tered, until  November,  1885,  when  the  company  was 
formed.  It  has  thus  far  proved  a  success,  due  to  consistent 
business  management  and  a  fine  quality  of  goods. 

The  office  of  the  company  is  located  on  Main  street, 
while  the  works  are  situated  on  the  outskirts  of  the  town. 
They  are  of  ample  proportions,  occupying  several  acres  of 
ground,  upon  which  various  buildings  have  been  erected. 
All  the  newest  and  most  improved  machinery  is  in  opera- 
tion. 

The  firm  are  manufacturers  of  a  general  line  of  com- 
mercial fertilizers.  Among  the  best  known  brands  are  the 
"Delaware  Wheat  Grower,"  "Globe  Guano,"  "Delaware 
Soluble  Bone." 

The  trade  is  wholesale  and  retail,  extending  all  over 
the  peninsula,  and  is  constantly  increasing.  The  manage- 
ment of  affairs  is  devolved  upon  the  following  gentlemen: 
Mr.  Jas.  Williams,  President;  Mr.  N.  J.  Williams,  Treas- 
urer, and  Mr.  Thos.  Lattomus,  Secretary. 

These  gentlemen  are  too  well  known  to  require  more 
than  passing  comment  in  this  volume;  suffice  it  to  say, 
they  are  well  known  in  commercial  circles  as  responsible 
merchants. 


^Delaware  Electric  Light  and  Power  Co.  J.  B. 
Bratton,  General  Manager  ;  F.  P.  Rose,  Elec- 
trician AND  Engineer. 

The  most  wonderful  invention  of  the  age  has  been  the 
adoption  of  electric  power  to  lighting  purposes.  Numer- 
ous plants  have  been  erected  all  over  the  country.  About 
thr^e    years   ago   the  above  company  was  started  in  this 


Delaware' s  Industries.  99 

town.  At  first  it  was  not  a  tremendous  success,  but  it 
has  gradually  increased  by  consistent  business  methods,  un- 
til now  it  is  used  by  most  everyone  as  a  matter  of  conven- 
ience and  profit. 

September  ist  of  last  year  saw  the  plant  come  under 
new  management,  that  of  Mr.  J,  B.  Bratton.  This  gen- 
tleman is  thoroughly  familiar  with  the  electrical  business, 
and  is  capable  of  giving  the  community  the  best  possible 
service. 

The  plant  is  nearing  completion,  new  machinery  be- 
ing constantly  added  in  order  to  keep  fully  abreast  with 
the  latest  improvements.  Four  Edison  dynamos  are  in 
use;  two  No.  6  and  two  No.  4  are  employed.  Power  is 
obtained  from  two  "Ide"  engines,  thirty  and  forty  horse 
power  respectively. 

Mr.  Biatton  has  taken  the  management  of  the  execu- 
tive and  financial  departments,  while  Mr.  F.  P.  Rose  de- 
votes himself  to  the  practical  workings.  Mr.  Bratton  was 
formerly  connected  with  the  Edison  Co.'s  agency,  in  Wil- 
mington, as  an  assistant. 

The  company  supply  in  all  about  1,300  sixteen  candle 
power  lights  throughout  the  city,  and  are  now  in  every 
way  qualified  to  pursue  this  indispensable  business  in  a 
liberal  manner. 


W.  H.  Moore  &  Co.,  Dry  Goods,  Etc. 

Among  the  stores  identified  with  the  business  pros- 
perity of  Middletown  is  that  of  H.  W.  Moore  &  Co.,  of 
Main  street.  It  is  one  of  the  largest  and  most  prosperous 
dry  goods  houses  in  the  town.  Founded  in  1869,  at  its 
present  location,  the  company  representing  Mr.  James 
Culbertson,  who  is  the  partner  of  Mr.  W.  H.  Moore. 


I  oo  Dela ware' s  Indus h ies. 

The  administration  of  affairs  is  always  characterized 
by  wisdom  and  discernment — these  gentlemen  always  pur- 
suing a  conservative  business  system  and  a  liberal  policy 
of  trade  towards  their  patrons  and  the  public.  The  suc- 
cess they  enjoy  is  due  to  these  facts. 

The  store,  which  is  large  and  commodious,  is  eligibly 
located,  and  presents  the  ample  dimensions  of  25x90  feet. 
It  is  conspicuous  by  handsome  show  windows,  and  its  in- 
terior arrangements  are  neat  and  attractive. 

The  stock,  which  is  extensive,  consists  of  textile 
fabrics  in  dress  goods,  silks,  white  goods,  linens,  laces, 
fancy  goods,  notions,  trimmings,  hosiery,  findings,  etc.; 
clothing  of  all  kinds  for  winter  and  summer  wear,  gro- 
ceries of  all  description.  The  second  story  is  devoted  to 
carpets  and  oil  cloths. 

The  store  has  a  large  stock  of  ladies'  and  gents'  furn- 
ishings of  every  description  in  these  lines.  This  being  the 
largest-  general  store  in  the  town,  it  is  needless  to  add  the 
fact  that  anything  may  be  had  for  personal  or  house  use. 

Mr.  Moore  and  Mr.  Culbertson  both  are  natives  of 
Delaware,  and  well  deserve  the  liberal  and  influential  pat- 
ronage that  is  being  accorded  them  in  their  enterprise. 


Wm.  Kates,  Confectioner. 

Among  the  foremost  of  the  first-class  confectionery 
stores  in  Middletown  is  the  nicely  appointed  and  largely 
patronized  establishment  of  Mr.  Kates,  which  is  eligibly 
located  on  Main  street. 

The  delicious  confections  to  be  found  here  zxt,  par 
excellence,  the  choicest  and  most  toothsome  productions  of 
the  candy-makers'  craft,  and  for  general  excellence  and 


Delaware's   Industries.  loi 

purity  of  flavor — of  their  superiority — no  better  criterion 
could  be  offered  than  the  enduring  hold  these  goods  have 
secured  on  the  consumer. 

This  establishment  dates  back  to  this  location  six  years 
ago,  and  has  continued  since  that  time  with  success.  The 
premises  occupied  are  ample,  and  well  equipped  with  an 
inviting  assortment  of  goods  constantly  kept  on  hand. 
They  comprise  fresh,  pure  and  delicious  chocolates,  cara- 
mels, bonbons,  creams,  and  a  specialty  is  made  of  penny 
specialties. 

A  fine  trade  is  prosecuted  in  the  sale  of  ice  cream  in 
the  summer  months,  and  during  the  winter  oysters  in  every 
style  are  served.  Catering  is  done  to  family  trade  in  both 
these  lines,  and  parties,  balls,  receptions,  etc.,  are  furnished 
with  oysters  and  ice  cream  in  any  quantity.  A  fine  dining 
room  is  in  the  rear  of  the  store,  and  here  the  pedestrian 
may  find  anything  in  these  lines  prepared  to  his  taste. 

Mr.  Kates  is  a  native  of  New  Jersey,  but  a  resident 
here  for  some  time,  and  is  well  known  in  the  community 
as  a  responsible  business  man. 


Miss  M.  A.  Roberts.  Millinery. 

In  examining  the  various  mercantile  enterprises  of 
Middletown  which  hold  a  reputable  position  in  the  business 
world,  we  find  that  in  its  special  line  the  establishment  of 
Miss  M.  A.  Roberts,  of  Main  street. 

Miss  Roberts  founded  this  enterprise  eleven  years 
ago,  and  has  been  successful  in  gaining  the  favor  of  the 
public,  and  in  building  up  quite  a  patronage  of  the  most 
desirable  character. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  store  about  15x20 
feet  in  dimensions,  and  is  entirely  devoted   to  millinery, 


I02  Delaware' s  Industries. 

display  of  trimmed  hats  and  bonnets  and  millinery  goods 
of  all  kinds;  neatness  and  style  combine  to  make  a 
pleasing  appearance  to  her  many  lady  customers. 

Also,  in  connection  with  her  millinery  business,  this 
lady  prosecutes  the  art  of  dressmaking.  In  both  depart- 
ments she  enjoys  all  the  facilities  for  the  successful  conduct 
of  the  business.  The  patrons  of  this  house  can  be  assured 
of  perfect  satisfaction  as  regards  the  style  and  finish  of  this 
lady's  handiwork. 

She  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  is  well  known  in  trade 
circles,  as  well  as  socially,  for  her  executive  ability  and  a 
desire  to  further  the  interests  of  her  patrons. 


M.  L.  Hardcastle,  General  Merchandise. 

As  one  of  the  most  enterprising  and  active  business 
houses  of  this  city,  we  take  pleasure  in  mentioning  the  es- 
tablishment of  Mr.  M.  L.  Hardcastle. 

This  business  was  originally  opened  about  twelve 
years  ago,  under  the  management  of  the  present  proprietor. 

The  store  is  eligibly  located  upon  the  main  business 
street  of  the  town.  It  is  of  ample  proportions,  being 
about  20x50  feet  in  dimensions.  It  is  fitted  in  a  neat  and 
attractive  manner,  with  every  convenience  for  the  success- 
ful management  of  business. 

The  stock  carried  is  very  large,  comprising  a  carefully 
selected  assortment  of  all  kinds  of  dry  goods,  notions* 
hosiery,  trimmings  and  general  furnishing  goods  for  men, 
women  and  children.  Boots  and  shoes  of  all  styles  are 
also  kept  on  hand.  Ready-made  clothing,  as  well,  for 
men's,  boys',  and  children's  wear. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  103 

A  full  stock  of  all  kinds  of  fancy  and  staple  grocer- 
ies, confectionery,  canned  goods,  table  delicacies,  kitchen 
and  laundry  supplier,  etc.,  are  also  kept  on  hand, 

Mr.  Hardcastle  has  become  familiar  with  all  the  many 
details  of  his  multitudinous  stock,  and  is  capable  of  fully 
supplying  all  demands.  He  is  a  Marylander  by  birth,  but 
has  been  here  for  many  years  past,  winning  the  esteem  and 
good  will  of  a  select  trade. 


Mrs.  a.  M.  McKee,  Millinery. 

The  millinery  store  par  excellence  of  this  town  is  the 
handsome  emporium  of  Mrs.  A.  M.  McKee,  which  occu- 
pies an  eligible  location  on  Main  street. 

It  is  in  all  respects  a  leading  and  well  appointed  estab- 
lishment, where  is  always  displayed  an  unusually  fine  and 
complete  assortment  of  everything  in  the  line  indicated, 
and  the  latest  novelties  in  millinery  goods,  consisting  of 
trimmings,  birds,  flowers,  feathers,  ribbons,  beads,  etc.,  as 
well  as  the  leading  metropolitan  styles  of  hats  and  bonnets 
of  all  description,  styles,  shapes  and  colors,  in  cloth,  felt 
and  straw  goods,  trimmed  and  untrimmed,  and  the  prices 
here  quoted  are  rock  bottom  figures.  No  inferior  goods 
are  allowed  to  be  used  in  the  trimming  of  head  wear,  and 
no  lack  of  artistic  skill  is  spent  upon  orders  received. 

As  an  establisliment  of  repute  in  this  line,  the  patron 
is  assured  of  receiving  honest  value  and  satisfactory  treat- 
ment in  every  instance. 

The  business  premises  comprise  a  store  20x20  feet, 
lighted  throughout  with  electricity,  tastefully  fitted  up  and 
well  ordered,  Mrs.  McKee  exercising  close  personal  super- 
vision oyer  all  the  work  that  emanates  from  the  premises. 


I04  Delaware' s  Industries. 

A  native  of  Delaware,  this  lady  has  pursued  this  artis- 
tic avocation  for  twenty-five  years,  and  is  thus  qualified  by 
experience,  as  well  as  natural  ability,  to  conduct  such  an 
.establishment. 


'*'The  Enterprise  Store,"   Charles  E.  Foulke,  Pro- 
prietor. 

In  comparing  the  relative  values  of  various  commer- 
cial enterprises  those  which  contribute  most  largely  to  the 
supply  of  the  actual  necessities  of  mankind  should  be  en- 
titled to  a  first  consideration,  and  we  know  of  none  more 
important  than  the  trade  in  groceries  and  provisions. 

Among  the  prominent  dealers  whose  energies  are  de- 
voted to  this  line  may  be  mentioned  Mr.  Charles  E. 
Foulke. 

This  business  was  first  established  by  Messrs.  W.  G. 
Conley  &  Co.,  and  in  February,  1890,  the  present  proprie- 
tor took  the  entire  management. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Main  street.  They 
are  of  ample  size,  containing  a  large  and  well  arranged 
stock,  comprising  a  full  and  complete  selection  of  fancy 
and  staple  groceries,  teas,  coffees,  spices,  etc. ;  glassware, 
china  and  queensware  are  also  kept  in  great  variety. 

The  business  js  carried  on  in  the  best  and  most  careful 
manner  in  every  sense,  keeping  fully  abreast  with  the 
name  chosen  for  it,  "  The  Enterprise." 

Mr.  Foulke  has  been  in  this  city  for  some  time  past, 
and  is  very  well  and  favorably  known  as  an  active  and  en- 
ergetic business  man,  well  meriting  the  measure  of  success 
that  attends  his  efforts  in  supplying  a  select  trade. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  105 

W.    R.    Reynolds,    Manufacturer    of    Harness  and 
Dealer  in  Turf  Goods. 

Among  the  establishments  that  have  been  opened  in 
this  vicinity  during  the  past  year,  there  are  none  that  give 
promise  of  more  success  than  that  of  Mr.  W.  R,  Rey- 
nolds. 

This  young  gentleman  started  here  in  May  last,  and 
has  already  accumulated  quite  a  large  and  select  trade, 
due  to  consistent  business  principles  and  a  fine  line  of 
goods. 

The  premises  are  well  located  on  one  of  the  main 
business  thoroughfares  of  the  town.  They  are  of  ample 
size,  the  first  floor  being  used  as  a  show  room,  while  the 
upper  is  devoted  to  manufacturing  purposes.  This  de- 
partment is  equipped  with  all  the  tools  and  appliances 
requisite  to  pursue  this  branch  of  trade. 

A  very  large  and  complete  stock  of  horsefurnishing 
goods  is  carried,  comprising  all  styles  and  kinds  of  harness, 
both  single  and  double,  mounted  and  plain;  saddles,  blank- 
ets, robes,  boots,  as  well  as  accessories,  soap,  wheel  grease, 
etc.  Particular  attention  is  paid  to  repairing  and  special 
orders  of  every  description,  all  work  being  neatly  and 
promptly  executed. 

In  addition  to  the  above  lines,  Mr.  Reynolds  also 
deals  in  carriages,  buggies,  and  phaetons  of  the  newest 
styles.  He  has  become  familiar  with  the  above  lines,  and 
is  a  competent  judge  of  all  goods  of  this  description,  and 
is  thus  enabled  to  supply  the  finest  trade. 

He  is  very  well  known  in  this  community,  having  re- 
sided here  the  greater  portion  of  his  life,  and  as  a  busi- 
ness man  commands  the  confidence  and  goodwill  of  the 
community. 


io6 


Delaware  s   Industries, 


AV.   S.   LETHERBURY,   HARDWARE,   MIDDLETOAVTT,   DEL. 


Delaware's   Industries.  loj 

W.  S.  Letherbury,  Hardware,  Etc. 

Prominent  among  the  active  and  enterprising  firms 
engaged  in  hardware  and  cutlery  is  Mr.  W.  S.  Letherbury. 
The  business  was  established  at  the  present  location  on 
Main  street  three  years  ago,  and  has  since  been  identified 
with  the  trade  in  which  Mr.  Letherbury  has  achieved*  suc- 
cess, bringing  to  bear  the  widest  range  of  practical  expe- 
rience and  connections  in  this  town. 

He  carries  a  complete  stock  of  builders'  and  general 
shelf  hardware,  mechanics'  and  builders'  tools  of  all  kinds, 
and  every  variety  of  hardware  used  for  the  various  purposes 
can  here  be  found,  A  complete  stock  of  pocket  and  table 
cutlery,  razors,  etc.,  as  well  as  a  stock  of  garden  and  field 
implements  of  the  latest  improved  styles  and  best  makes,, 
arc  also  kept  on  hand,  stoves  of  all  descriptions  for  heat- 
ing and  cooking  purposes,  tinware,  paints,  oils,  glass, 
putty,  varnishes,  etc. 

In  the  way  of  farm  and  garden  implements  are  sold 
all  styles  of  shovels,  rakes,  spades,  liwn  mowers,  mowing 
scythes,  and  for  the  plumbing  and  roofing  trade,  iron 
pipes,  plumbers'  supplies,  roofing  and  spouting,  etc.  The 
latter  work  is  executed  in  detail,  this  being  a  specialty  of 
the  house.  The  premises  are  of  ample  size,  being  about  25x50 
feet  in  area,  and  having  also  a  large  stock  of  Felton,  Rau 
&  Sibley's  pure  oil  paint,  Mr.  Letherbury  being  the  agent 
here  for  this  concern,  there  being  no  better  paint  manu- 
factured. He  readily  meets  with  popular  demand  in  this 
line  of  goods. 

A  native  of  Delaware  and  a  member  of  the  Knights 
of  Pythias  and  Fraternal  Guardians  and  the  Annual  Benefit 
Society,  he  has  proven  himself  one  of  Middletown's  influ- 
ential and  progressive  citizens,  commanding  the  confidence 
of  the  community  as  a  reliable  merchant. 


;io8  Delaware' s   Industries. 

The    *'  New  Era,"  Messrs.  Freeman  &  Weber,  Pro- 
prietors. 

While  reviewing  the  commercial  enterprises  and  in- 
terests of  Middletown  it  is  necessary  to  do  justice  to  those 
establishments  that  have  done  so  much  to  benefit  all  classes 
by  the  dissemination  of  the  products  of  the  printing  press. 
In  this  connection  we  desire  to  make  special  reference  in 
this  commercial  review  to  Messrs.  Freeman  &  Weber,  pro- 
prietors of  the  New  Era,  whose  office  is  located  on  Main 
street. 

Mr.  Freeman  commenced  publishing  this  paper  sev- 
eral years  ago,  and  at  this  period  has  obtained  a  liberal 
and  influential  patronage  in  all  sections  of  the  State. 

The  New  Era  is  an  admirably  printed  and  edited 
double-sheet  local  paper,  and  contains  a  large  amount  of 
practical  information,  devoted  to  Democratic  principles 
and  conceptions,  and  general  useful  information  of  all  des- 
criptions. It  has  a  circulation  of  1^200  copies,  while  it  is 
steadily  increasing,  due  to  liberal  and  consistent  manage- 
ment. 

This  paper  is  a  splendid  advertising  medium,  while 
rates  are  quoted  for  space  at  reasonable  terms. 

Mr.  Freeman,  the  editor,  and  one  of  the  proprietors, 
is  highly  esteemed  by  the  community  for  his  enterprise, 
literary  talents  and  integrity,  and  we  predict  for  this  en- 
terprising journal  well  merited  success. 


J.  H.  Emerson,   Furniture  and  Undertaker. 

With  the  increase  of  wealth  and  education  of  a  com- 
munity comes  a  greater  demand  for  all  articles  of  art  and 
■decoration. 


Delaware' s    industries.  log- 

in no  line  is  this  more  fully  shown  than  in  the  furni- 
ture trade,  the  designs  becoming  richer  and  richer  every 
year. 

One  of  the  best  known  dealers  in  this  line  in  this 
town  is  Mr.  J.  H.  Emerson.  This  gentleman  first  started 
business  in  this  town  about  seven  years  ago  as  a  general 
upholsterer,  and  in  December,  1888,  opened  at  his  present 
location  as  an  undertaker  and  funeral  director,  carrying  as 
well  a  large  and  complete  stock  of  furniture  of  every  de- 
scription. 

The  premises  are  advantageously  located  on  Broad 
street.  They  are  of  ample  size,  and  are  in  every  respect 
arranged  in  the  most  commodious  manner. 

The  stock  carried  is  complete  in  every  respect,  com- 
prising all  styles  of  bedroom,  parlor,  kitchen,  office,  and 
dining-room  furniture,  besides  all  sorts  of  fancy  tables, 
chairs,  cabinet  ware,  fancy  brackets,  wall  ornaments,  and  in 
fact  almost  anything  in  that  line. 

In  addition  to  the  furniture  busin>iss  Mr.  Emerson 
also  continues  the  undertaking  department,  all  work  in 
this  line  being  given  his  personal  attention  at  moderate 
figures. 

Particulai  attention  is  paid  to  repairing  and  special 
order  work,  all  orders  being  promptly  and  carefully  exe- 
cuted. 

Mr.  Emerson  has  been  in  this  line  for  some  time 
past,  and  is  fully  capable  of  supplying  all  demands  that 
may  be  made  upon  him. 

Since  establishing  here  he  has  commanded  the  respect 
and  confidence  of  the  community.  A  member  and  stew- 
ard of  the  Bethesda  M.  E.  Church  here,  and  a  member  of 
various  secret  organizations,  he  is  well  known,  socially  as 
well  as  commercially. 


no  Delaware's   Industries. 

Fred  Blome,  Boots  and  Shoes. 

Mr.  Blome  is  a  native  of  Germany,  and  is  a  thor- 
oughly experienced  man  in  this  business.  He  established 
himself  at  the  present  addres-  on  Main  street  five  years 
ago,  and  has  met  with  a  very  liberal  patronage.  He  has 
been  for  fourteen  years  a  resident  of  Delaware  and  is  well 
thought  of  throughout  the  town. 

All  kinds  of  repairing  and  ordered  work  for  men, 
women  and  children's  foot-wear  is  executed  in  a  work- 
manlike manner.  His  facilities  for  meeting  the  demands 
of  the  trade  are  of  the  best  character,  while  his  prices  are 
extremely  reasonable. 

Mr.  Blome  is  a  member  of  the  Annual  Benefit  Soci- 
ety, and  a  thorough,  practical  workman,  experienced  in  his 
line  of  business,  sparing  no  pains  to  give  entire  satisfac- 
tion to  his  many  patrons. 


J.  C.  Stuart,  Boots  and  Shoes. 

Perhaps  in  no  line  of  trade  has  more  improvement 
been  made  than  in  the  manufacture  of  shoes,  many  of  the 
large  Eastern  makers  having  greatly  increased  their  capa. 
city  and  ability  to  turn  out  fine  work. 

Formerly  it  was  almost  impossible  to  obtain  a  good 
shoe  ready  made ;  but,  owing  to  the  increased  demand  for 
a  first-class  article,  they  can  now  be  obtained. 

One  of  the  principal  dealers  devoting  his  energies  to 
this  line  in  this  town  is  Mr.  J.  C.  Stuart.  This  gentleman 
started  here  fifteen  years  ago,  and  has  built  up  a  large 
trade. 


Delaware' s   Industries,  1 1 1 

The  premises  are  well  located  in  the  business  center 
of  the  town,  and  are  arranged  in  the  most  complete  man- 
ner. A  very  heavy  stock  is  carried,  comprising  a  full  line 
of  men's,  ladies',  misses'  and  children's  boots  and  shoes, 
rubbers,  slippers,  etc.,  from  the  most  substantial  to  the 
most  delicate  footwear.  Repairing  is  neatly  and  promptly 
executed. 

Custom  work  is  also  done  in  the  best  manner,  the 
services  of  several  capable  workmen  being  constantly 
required  to  further  the  interests  of  the  trade. 

Mr.  Stuart  has,  through  his  long  experience  in  this 
line,  gained  a  thorough  knowledge  of  the  business  and  the 
entire  confidence  of  a  large  number  of  patrons,  who  have 
unimpeachable  confidence  in  his  effort  to  supply  a  first- 
class  article. 

He  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  Delaware,  and  is 
very  well  known  socially  and  commercially,  and  respected 
by  the  community  as  a  merchant  of  integrity  and  business 
principles. 


Edwin  Prettyman,  Boots  and  Shoes. 

One  of  Middletown's  finest  and  most  popular  shoe 
houses  is  that  of  Mr  Edwin  Prettyman,  of  Main  and  Broad 
•streets.  This  gentleman  confine"?  himself  to  the  handling 
of  boots  and  shoes  of  the  finest  grades  for  both  sexes,  and 
won  widespread  popularity  by  his  enterprising  and  honor- 
able business  methods. 

Mr.  Prettyman  founded  his  business  in  March,  1890, 
and,  from  the  outset,  his  career  has  been  a  prosperous  and 
progressive  one,  until  it  is  now  the  largest  shoe  house  in  the 
town,  due  to  consistent  business  methods  and  a  fine  line  of 
goods. 


112  Delaware' s   hidustries. 

The  store  presents  a  bright,  tasteful  and  inviting  ap- 
pearance, the  arrangements  and  furnishings  being  of  a 
superior  character  for  securing  the  convenience  of  custom- 
ers, and  the  ample  and  effective  display  of  the  goods  car- 
ried in  stock  is  large  and  carefully  selected,  embracing 
goods  from  the  most  durable  brogan  to  the  finest  slipper; 
every  description  of  foot  wear,  boots,  shoes,  slippers, 
rubbers,  gaiters,  etc.  The  goods  are  fixed  at  prices  to 
secure  quick  sales  and  the  business  is  brisk. 

Mr.  Pretty  man  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  well 
thought  of  by  his  patrons  and  friends.  In  trade  circles  he 
is  regarded  as  a  reliable  dealer. 


Geo.  Echenhofer,  Stock  Dealer  and  Dressed  Meats. 

One  of  the  most  noted  and  reliable  meat  houses  in 
this  town  is  that  of  Mr.  Geo.  Echenhofer,  eligibly  located 
on  Main  street. 

Mr.  Echenhofer  first  commenced  business  here  nine- 
teen years  ago,  and  now  carries  on  quite  an  extensive 
business,  supplying  a  widespread  demand  and  a  splendid 
custom,  and  deservedly  maintains  a  high  reputation  for 
choice,  nutritious,  wholesome  roasts,  ribs,  steaks,  etc.,  of  a 
quality  which  may  be  safely  denominated  superior.  He  has 
had  considerable  experience  as  a  butcher,  and  has  been  in 
business  here  nineteen  years. 

His  store  is  neatly  arranged  and  of  pleasing  appear- 
ance. Doing  his  own  slaughtering,  he  knows  the  quality 
©f  his  goods,  and  can  guarantee  them  perfectly  fresh  and 
healthy.  The  principal  business,  however,  is  stock  dealing, 
and,  on  the  average,  he  handles  some  twenty  head  of  live 
stock  weekly,  furnishing  the  trade  everywhere  with  the 
best  goods  the  market  affords. 


Delaware's  Indicstries.  113 

Mr.  Echenhofer's  facilities  for  obtaining  the  best  meats 
are  all  that  can  be  desired.  He  never  fails  to  give  satisfac- 
tion, both  as  to  quality  and  prices,  and  is  always  ready  and 
prepared  to  fill  orders  of  any  magnitude. 

He  is  a  native  of  Germany  and  a  member  of  Post  2  2> 
G.  A.  R.,  and  was  formerly  a  member  of  the  Knights  of 
Pythias,  and  is  well  known  in  trade  circles  as  a  reliable 
dealer. 


Johnson  &  Co.,  Hardware,  Guns,   and  Ammunition. 

Among  the  establishments  in  this  town  that  have 
achieved  a  reputation  for  good  goods  at  moderate  charges 
may  be  mentioned  that  of  Messrs.  Johnson  &  Co. 

This  business  was  established  about  a  year  ago,  and 
through  the  ability  and  untiring  energy  and  enterprise  of 
Mr.  Johnson,  it  has  been  made  a  success. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  upon  the  main  busi- 
ness thoroughfare  of  the  town.  The  salesroom  is  small  in 
size,  but  arranged  in  the  neatest  and  most  attractive  man- 
ner. The  stock  carried  is  varied,  comprising  all  kinds  of 
shelf  and  household  hardware,  cutlery,  tools,  etc.,  in  ex- 
tensive variety ;  in  fact,  all  the  many  and  multitudinous 
articles  that  come  under  these  heads. 

A  specialty  is  made  of  guns,  pistols,  ammunition,  and 
sporting  goods,  all  the  best  makes  being  handled.  Partic- 
ular attention  is  paid  to  repairing  firearms,  etc.,  all  work 
being  neatly  and  promptly  executed,  and  no  means  spared 
to  further  the  interests  of  the  patron. 

Mr.  W.  H.  Johnson  has.  been  a  lifelong  resident  of 
this  State,  and  is  widely  known  and  highly  respected  by  a 
large  acquaintance  m  commercial  and  social  circles. 


114 


Delaware' s  Industries. 


Mrs.  Thomas  Massey,  Watchmaker  and  Jeweler. 

With  the  increase  in  wealth  and  education  of  a  com- 
tnunity  comes  a  greater  demand  for  all  objects  of  art  and 
personal  adornment.  Among  the  houses  largely  supplying 
this  demand  in  this  town  m.ay  be  mentioned  that  of  Mrs. 
Thomas  Massey. 

This  business  was  originally  established  about  22 
years  ago  by  Mr.  Massey,  who  managed  it  most  successfully 
until  the  time  of  his  death,  a  short  while  ago,  when  it 
came  under  the  supervision  of  his  wife. 

The  premises  are  eligibly  located  on  Main  street,  and 
are  of  ample  size,  forming  one  of  the  neatest  and  most 
beautiful  stores  in  this  section. 

The  stock  carried  is  large,  comprising  a  carefully  se- 
lected assortment  of  all  kinds  of  American  watches, 
clocks,  silverware,  rings,  jewelry,  and  many  other  things 
that  come  under  these  heads. 

Particular  attention  is  paid  to  repairing  of  fine  work, 
a  competent  assistant  being  employed  at  all  times  in  this 
■department,  leaving  no  effort  unused  that  will  cater  to  the 
interests  of  the  trade. 

Mrs.  Massey  has  been  a  lifelong  resident  of  this  State, 
and  is  very  well  known  in  this  section,  socially  as  well  as 
in  a  business  way,  winning  the  esteem  of  all  with  whom 
she  forms  business  associations. 


J.  B.  Roberts,  Stoves,  Heaters,  Ranges,  and  Tin- 
ware. 
The  question  of  properly  heating  our  dwellings  has 
always  been  a  very  important  problem  to  solve.  One  of 
the  best  ways  is  to  visit  such  an  establishment  as  that  of 
Mr.  J.  B.  Roberts. 


Delaware's  Industries.  115 

This  gentleman  opened  business  in  this  town  about 
two  years  ago,  and  has  built  up  quite  a  large  patronage. 

The  premises  are  located  on  Main  street.  They  are 
of  ample  size,  and  are  fitted  with  every  convenience  for 
the  successful  management  of  business. 

Here  may  be  found  a  very  complete  stock  of  stoves, 
heaters,  and  ranges  of  the  newest  patterns.  Tin  roofing 
and  spouting  are  also  done.  A  full  assortment  of  all  kinds 
of  tin  and  wooden  household  goods  is  also  carried. 

Mr.  Roberts  is  the  agent  here  for  the  Howe  ventilator 
and  the  Richardson-Boynton  perfect  fireplace  heater. 
This  latter  is  one  of  the  most  trustworthy  heaters  in  the 
market. 

Special  attention  is  paid  to  repairing,  and  four  skilled 
workmen  and  a  team  are  used  to  facilitate  the  business,  all 
work  being  neatly  and  promptly  executed. 

The  workshop  is  fitted  out  with  all  the  approved  appli- 
ances and  tools. 

Mr.  Roberts  has  become  fully  alive  to  the  demands  of 
the  trade,  and  is  capable  of  supplying  all  demands 
made  upon  him. 


Miss  S.    A.    Howell,   Notions,    Trimmings    and   Mil- 
linery Goods. 

When  in  compiling  a  work  of  this  nature  we  notice 
that  an  establishment  has  been  in  active  operation  for  a 
long  period  of  years,  we  feel  no  hesitancy  in  recommend- 
ing our  readers  to  trade  with  such  a  house,  because  if  the 
business  had  not  been  conducted  upon  the  best  principles, 
it  never  would  have  been  able  to  stand  such  a  length  of 
time. 


ii6  Delaware's  Industries. 

One  of  the  oldest  established  houses  in  this  city  is  that 
of  Miss  S.  A.  Howell.  This  business  was  started  in  1862, 
and  from  that  time  it  has  had  a  course  of  uninterrupted 
success. 

The  store  is  located  on  the  main  business  thorough- 
fare of  the  town.  It  is  furnished  in  the  neatest  and  most 
attractive  manner. 

A  very  large  stock  is  carried,  comprising  all  kinds  of 
trimmed  and  untrimmed  hats  and  bonnets,  trimming 
materials,  ribbons,  birds'  heads,  flowers,  feathers,  etc.,  be- 
sides all  kinds  of  notions,  fancy  goods,  embroidery  ma- 
terials, etc.  A  specialty  is  made  of  trimming  hats  and 
bonnets  to  order  in  the  most  fashionable  metropolitan 
styles. 

Miss  Howell  has  been  a  life-long  resident  of  the  city, 
and  is  widely  known,  socially  as  well  as  in  a  business  way, 
commanding  a  reputable  influence  in  trade  circles,  due  to 
consistent  business  methods  and  personal  attention  to  de- 
tails of  her  critical  avocation. 


W.  W.  Wilson,  Cigars  and  Tobacco. 

The  trade  in  cigars  and  manufactured  tobaccos  forms 
one  of  the  most  important  among  the  many  industries 
occupying  the  attention  of  the  citizens  of  Middletown. 
The  business  is  conducted  on  a  liberal  scale  and  well  rep- 
resented by  Mr.  W.  W.  Wilson,  of  Main  street. 

This  establishment  was  founded  by  the  present  pro- 
prietor in  1876,  and  by  enterprise  and  the  meritorious 
quality  of  the  goods  carried  in  stock,and  the  uniform  integ- 
rity characterizing  the  transaction,  has  advanced  to  a  posi- 
tion of  commanding   importance  in   the   trade.     Besides 


Delaware's  Industries.  117 

this,  a  specialty  is  made  of  the  news  business,  this  being  the 
centre  for  all  the  leading  New  York  and  Philadelphia 
daily  and  weekly  papers;  magazines,  periodicals,  books, 
etc.,  are  handled,  and  subscription  is  taken  for  the  various 
publications  of  merit. 

Mr.  Wilson  is  a  gentleman  of  business  experience,  in- 
timately  familiar  with  the  wants  of  the  trade,  active  in  sup- 
plying all  demands  made  upon  his  establishment. 

He  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and,  in  connection  with 
the  stock  of  cigars  and  tobacco,  carries  a  line  of  musical 
instruments,  accordeons,  etc. 

The  store  is  of  ample  size  and  fully  stocked  with  all 
smokers'  articles  and  manufactured  tobacco  and  cigars. 


Miss  L.  V.  Cannon,  millinery. 

J.  R.  Dawson,  general  store. 

J.  K.  Long,  butcher. 

I.  B.  Foard,  commission  merchant. 

S.  S.  Holton,  general  store. 

S.  Pennington,  dry  goods. 

Dr.  H.  Vaughn,  druggist. 

Middletown  Hotel. 

The  Rice  Steam  Ice  Cream  Manufacturing  Co. 

D.  L.  Dunning,  bookseller. 

Mrs.  J.  L.  Parsons,  notions. 

C.  Ingram,  grocery. 

Davis  Bros.,  farm  machinery. 

S.  M.  Reynolds  &  Co.,  general  merchandise. 

Middletown  Transcript. 

J.  Gaylord  Bragdon,  druggist. 

I.  P.  Scott,  grocery. 

A.  M.  Chamberlain,  druggist. 


ii8  Delaware's  Industries. 


GEORGETOWN. 


The  county  seat  of  Sussex  County,  and  one  of 
the  most  important  towns  in  Southern  Delaware, 
containing  a  population  of  about  2,300  ;  it  is  located 
on  the  D.,  M.  &  V.  branch  of  the  P.,  W.  &  B.  R.  R., 
about  90  miles  south  from  Wilmington.  The  town  is 
well  laid  out,  with  a  large  park  in  the  centre,  contains 
some  very  fine  buildings,  the  Court  House  and  hotel 
being  the  principal  ones.  The  surrounding  country 
is  a  good  loamy  soil,  selling  at  from  $25  to  $60  per 
acre.  Corn  and  wheat  are  the  principal  cereals. 
Peaches  and  small  fruits  are  also  raised  extensively. 
The  Farmers'  Bank  of  Wilmington  has  a  branch  here. 

The  principal  industry  for  some  time  was  the 
manufacture  of  baskets  and  barrels,  which  failed  in 
1889,  and  since  then  it  has  not  been  in  operation,  but 
the  prospects  are  that  it  will  start  before  long.  Two 
weekly  newspapers,  four  churches,  a  building  and 
loan  association,  and  a  number  of  various  secret  socie- 
ties are  in  operation  ;  two  hotels,  both  of  which  are 
first  class.  The  town  is,  on  the  whole,  one  of  the  most 
prosperous  and  enterprising  in  this  locality. 


Delaware's   Industries,  119 

"Sussex  Journal,"  J.  B.  Clark,  Editor. 

Also  in  connection  with  the  commercial  enterprises 
and  interests  of  Delaware  it  is  necessary  to  do  justice 
to  those  establishments  that  have  done  so  much  to 
benefit  all  classes  by  the  products  of  the  printing-press. 
In  this  connection  we  desire  to  make  a  reference  to 
the  Sussex  Joional,  an  enterprising  and  industrious 
journal,  which  is  located  at  Georgetown.  This  paper 
started  many  j^ears  ago — in  fact,  it  is  in  the  twenty- 
third  year  of  its  publication.  It  is  also  an  admirably 
printed  and  edited  thirty-two-column  paper,  devoted  to 
Democratic  politics,  practical  information  and  a  large 
amount  of  local  news.  It  has  a  circulation  of  1,500 
copies,  extending  all  over  the  county,  and  is  also 
steadily  on  the  increase. 

It  is  impossible  to  speak  too  highly  of  the  print- 
ing and  paper  and  the  many  advantages  obtained  by 
its  readers. 

Mr.  J.  B.  Clark,  the  editor,  is  a  native  of  Mar^dand, 
and  has  been  in  Delaware  many  years.  He  is  Record- 
ing Secretary  of  the  Sussex  County  Bible  Society,  and 
is  well  thought  of  by  the  community  for  his 
literary  talents  and  executive  ability. 


Eagle  Hotel,  J.  T.  Chipman,  Prop. 

Georgetown  has  been  favored  with  the  benefits 
and  advantages  derived  from  having  located  in  her 
midst  one  of  the  best  hotels  in  the  vicinity,  which  is 
recognized  by  travelers  as  a  true  type  of  the  modern 
art  of  hotel  keeping. 


I20 


Delaware's  Industries. 


One  of  the  most  popular  and  best  patronized 
hotels  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  T.  Chipman,  eligibly  located 
and  of  ample  size,  being  a  substantial  building  of 
quaint  style  and  historical  appearance.  It  came  under 
the  able  management  of  its  present  proprietor  in  Jan- 
uary, 1890.  It  is  constructed  upon  the  best  plans  that 
past  experience  and  skill  could  devise,  and  is  provided 
with  all  the  comforts  that  guests  may  expect  in  a 
well  managed  hotel,  and  requires  in  the  prosecution 
of  its  affairs  the  assistance  of  seven  competent  people 
in  the  various  departments. 

The  house  contains  twenty-two  sleeping  rooms, 
spacious  office,  large  stables  attached,  and  in  every 
respect  first  class.  The  sleeping  rooms  are  airy  and 
comfortably  furnished.  The  barroom  is  stocked  with 
a  choice  line  of  fine  liquors,  wines  and  cigars  for  the 
accommodation  of  the  traveling  public.  Mr.  Chipman 
is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  was  formerly  in  the 
mercantile  business.  He  is  an  experienced  hotel  man, 
a  genial,  enterprising  and  agreeable  host,  winning  the 
esteem  of  the  community  and  the  traveling  public  in 
general.  A  free  'bus  is  run  to  and  from  all  trains  for 
public  convenience. 


"DeIvAwarean  Democrat,"  Mr.  Edwin  R.  Payn- 

TER,  Editor. 

In  reviewing  the  commercial  enterprises  and  inter- 
ests of  Delaware  it  is  necessary  to  do  justice  to  those 
establishments  that  have  done  so  much  to  benefit  all 
classes  by  the  products  of  the  printing  press. 


Delaware's    hidustries.  121 

In  this  connection  we  desire  to  make  a  special 
reference  in  this  commercial  review  to  the  "Delawarean 
Democrat,"  an  enterprising  and  able  journal,  which  is 
located  at  Georgetown.  This  paper  started  about 
eleven  years  ago  as  the  "Delaware  Inquirer,"  and 
about  nine  years  ago  was  purchased  by  the  "Delaware 
Democrat"  Publishing  Co.,  and  the  name  changed  to 
the  present  one. 

The  ' '  Delawarean  Democrat ' '  is  an  admirably 
printed  and  edited  four-page  journal.  Democratic  in 
politics,  of  practical  information,  and  devoted  to  all 
local  news.  It  has  a  circulation  of  about  1,400,  and 
is  one  of  the  largest  in  this  county,  and  is  steadily 
increasing.  This  journal  is  a  splendid  advertising 
medium,  and  the  rates  quoted  for  space  are  exceedingly 
moderate.  It  is  impossible  to  speak  too  highly  of  the 
printing  and  paper,  which  is  done  by  cylinder  presses, 
as  is  also  all  kinds  of  job  printing  to  order. 

Mr.  Edwin  R.  Paynter,  the  editor,  is  highly 
esteemed  by  the  community  for  his  enterprise,  literary 
talents  and  integrity. 


H.  Rayner,  Druggist. 

One  of  the  most  extensive  stores  of  its  kind  in 
this  section  of  the  state  is  that  of  Mr.  H.  Rayner,  a 
gentleman  of  many  years'  experience  in  this  special 
line  of  business,  and  by  that  experience  is  fully 
familiar  with  drugs  and  their  properties,  and  is  thus 
qualified  to  pursue  this  critical  profession. 

The  salesroom  occupies  an  eligible  location  in  a 
hands-^me  and  attractive  store.     The  stock  embraces  a 


122  Delaware' s   Industries. 

complete  assortment  of  fresh  drugs,  medicines  and 
perfumery,  pharmaceutical  preparations,  proprietary- 
remedies  of  known  merit,  and  all  those  articles  in  the 
way  of  druggists'  sundries  usually  to  be  found  in  a 
well-regulated  pharmacy. 

Mr.  Rayner  is  of  English  nationality,  and  a  resi- 
dent of  the  United  States  for  eighteen  years.  He  was 
formerly  in  the  drug  business  in  England  for  ten 
years,  and  has  been  four  years  at  his  present  location. 

The  goods  carried  further  embrace  a  fine  brand 
of  cigars,  etc.,  lamps  and  lamp  goods  in  large  variety, 
paints,  oils,  glass,  putty,  etc.  The  store  is  about 
20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  with  no  lack  of  trade  facili- 
ties for  the  conduct  of  the  business. 

Mr.  Rayner  has  now  the  confidence  of  the  com- 
munit)'  as  a  practical,  analytical  and  S3^nthetical 
chemist,  and  makes  a  specialty  of  physicians'  and 
family  prescriptions.  The  laboratory  is  under  his 
personal  supervision,  and  perfect  accuracy  is  assured. 


G.  H.  Macklin,  Canning  Industry  and  Dbai^er 

IN  Gbnerai,  Merchandise. 

One  of  the  best  equipped  establishments  is  that  of 
Mr.  G.  H.  Macklin,  and  dates  its  inception  back  ten 
years  ago,  when  this  gentleman  assumed  control. 
From  the  beginning,  it  sustained  the  highest  reputa- 
tion as  a  purchasing  center  for  strictly  first-class  goods. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  store 
about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and  completely  equipped 
with  all  the  accessories  essential  to  the  satisfactory 
conduct  of  the  business. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  125 

The  stock  carried  embraces  every  description  of 
staple  and  fancy  groceries,  teas,  cofifees,  sugars,  spices, 
canned  goods,  notions  of  all  kinds,  boots  and  shoes 
for  men,  women  and  children,  harness;  in  fact,  every- 
thing in  horse  clothing  and  goods  coming  under  the 
head  of  general  merchandise. 

Mr.  Macklin  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  a  mem- 
ber of  the  American  Mechanics;  he  is  held  in  the  high- 
est esteem,  both  in  the  social  and  commercial  world, 
for  his  unswerving  honor  and  strict  integrity.  Besides- 
this,  he  is  largely  interested  in  the  canning  of  fruit, 
peaches  and  tomatoes  especially. 

In  this  department,  upwards  of  forty  hands  are 
employed,  with  the  necessary  building  facilities.  No 
lack  of  appliances  are  at  hand  and  no  means  spared 
to  further  the  interests  of  a  fine  trade,  extending  all- 
over  the  peninsula  and  parts  of  Pennsylvania,  New 
Jersey  and  New  York. 


George  W.  Bennum,    Practicai.    Optician    and 
Jeweler. 

One  of  the  oldest  and  most  important  enterprises 
established  in  this  town  is  that  of  Mr. Geo.  W.  Bennum. 
The  business  was  established  by  this  gentleman  in 
August,  1866,  and  has,  by  reason  of  his  excellent 
methods  and  enterprise,  developed  quite  a  trade.  This 
gentleman  brings  to  bear  special  qualifications,  inclu- 
ding practical  experience,  perfected  facilities,  etc.  He 
has  ample  resources  and  every  facility  for  the  prompt 
execution  of  orders. 


124  Delaware's   hidustries. 

The  premises  are  most  desirably  located,  and  are 
about  20x40  feet  in  dimensions.  The  stock  contained 
is  neat  and  attractive;  also,  besides  a  large  stock  of 
watches,  jewelery,  etc.,  he  handles  the  finest  line  of 
optical  goods  this  side  of  Wilmington. 

Mr.  Bennum  is  a  graduate  of  the  Spencer  Optical 
Manufacturing  Company,  of  New  York.  He  makes  a 
specialty  of  examining  the  eyes  and  personally  prepares 
the  genuine  crystal  pebble  and  diamond  glass.  These 
goods  are  made  to  order,  and  to  suit  the  state  of  the 
eye.  He  is  also  agent  here  for  the  North  Carolina 
Land  Association,  and  the  Board  of  Emigration  of 
North  Carolina,  assisting  in  the  sale  of  lands,  as  well 
as  claim  attorney  for  the  increase  of  pensions  and  all 
claims  against  the  government. 

Mr.  Bennum  is  a  native  of  Delaware;  he  has  served 
in  the  army  and  gained  for  himself  the  confidence  and 
esteem  of  those  with  whom  he  forms  business  or  pro- 
fessional relations. 


J.  H.  Maull,  Generai,  Merchandise. 

One  of  the  oldest  and  best  establishments  in  this 
town  is  that  of  Mr.  J.  H.  Maull,  which  was  estab- 
lished by  its  present  proprietor  twenty  years  ago,  and 
alwa3^s  sustained  the  highest  reputation  as  a  purchas- 
ing center  for  strictly  first-class  goods. 

The  premises  occupied  comprise  a  spacious  and 
commodious  store  about  20x30  feet  in  dimensions,  and 
completely  equipped  with  all  the  accessories  essential 
to  the  satisfactory  conduct  of  the  business. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  125 

The  stock  carried  embraces  every  description  of 
dry  goods,  dress  goods,  linens,  white  goods,  notions, 
etc.,  staple  and  fancy  groceries,  teas,  coffees,  sugars, 
spices,  canned  goods  and  provisions,  boots  and  shoes 
for  men,  women  and  children;  cigars  and  tobacco,  and 
everything  in  the  line  of  general  merchandise. 

Mr.  Maull  is  a  native  of  Delaware,  and  is  well  and 
favorably  known  to  the  whole  community,  and  enjoys 
their  confidence  and  regard  for  his  consistent  methods. 


John  H.  Short,  General  and  Builders'  Hard- 
ware, Groceries,  Etc. 

About  the  most  complete  and  best  appointed  gen- 
eral store  in  this  section  is  that  of  John  H.  Short, 
Market  street  and  Railroad  avenue. 

It  is  in  all  respects  a  well  ordered  and  first-class 
store,  where  is  always  carried  a  complete  and  exten- 
sive assortment  of  everything  in  the  line  of  staple  and 
family  groceries,  Mr.  Short  handling  nothing  but  first- 
class  goods  in  this  department,  choice  brands  of  flour, 
teas,  coffees  and  spices. 

Customers  can  rely  on  getting  a  superior  article 
and  full  weight  in  every  instance,  as  well  as  prompt 
and  reliable  service.  Hardware  is  the  special  feature  of 
the  establishment,  however,  and  all  kinds  of  heavy  and 
shelf  goods  are  here  exhibited  and  supplied  at  the  low- 
est prices.  Tools,  cutlery,  and  farming  and  house 
implements  of  all  description,  barb  wire,  rods,  iron 
goods,  hollowware,  tin  and  sheet  iron,  and  a  line  of 
hardware  too  comprehensive  to  mention  in  detail,  as 
well  as  china,  crockery  ware,   toys  of  everj^  kind,  etc. 


126  Delaware" s   Industries. 

Mr.  Short  is  the  agent  here  for  the  Adams  Ex- 
press, as  well  as  agent  for  Harrison's  ready  mixed 
paints. 

A  native  of  Delaware,  and  a  member  of  the  order 
of  Masons,  he  is  known,  socially  as  well  as  commer- 
cially, and  sustains  a  reputable  position  as  a  reliable 
business  man. 


W.  W.  Vincent,  JeweivEr. 

The  American  people,  taken  as  a  whole,  are  con- 
stantly adding  to  their  material  wealth,  and,  therefore, 
arises  a  refined  and  correct  taste  in  the  matter  of  per- 
sonal adornment.  For  these  reasons  the  productions 
of  the  better  classes  of  jewelry  houses  meet  with  a 
steady  appreciation  and  find  the  demands  on  them 
steadily  increasing.  There  is  no  line  of  business  in 
which  the  purchasers  are  so  completely  at  the  mercy  of 
the  dealers  as  the  jewelry  trade;  hence  the  necessity  of 
selecting  a  thoroughly  reliable  store  from  which  to 
procure  such  goods. 

A  deserving  and  popular  establishment  engaged 
in  this  business,  enjoying  a  most  enviable  reputation  for 
excellent  goods,  honorable  and  straightforward  deal- 
ings, is  that  of  Mr.  W.  W.  Vincent,  whose  well-ordered 
establishment  is  located  at  Public  Square,  between  the 
bank  and  Eagle  Hotel.  He  is  a  dealer  in  satchels, 
clocks  and  jewelry  of  every  description,  as  well  as  a 
line  of  silverware. 

Mr.  Vincent  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  and  has  been 
a  resident  of  this  section  nearly  six  years. 


Delaware" s   industries.  127 

A  special  feature  is  the  repairing  department. 
This  is  under  the  personal  supervision  of  the  proprietor 
himself,  an  experienced  watchmaker  and  jeweler,  and 
thus  qualified  to  pursue  this  critical  vocation  to  the 
satisfaction  of  his  patrons. 

Mr.  Vincent  is  one  of  the  presiding  officers  in  the 
Odd  Fellows,  the  American  Mechanics,  and  is  a  mem- 
ber of  the  order  of  Masons. 

Having  acquired  a  thorough  knowledge  of  this 
trade  in  all  its  various  branches  by  years  of  ex- 
perience, he  at  once  met  with  popular  favor,  and  his 
lias  become  the  leading  house  in  its  line  of  business, 
it  is  safe  to  say,  this  side  of  "Wilmington. 


L.  R.  Chanck,  General  Store. 

Identified  with  the  business  prosperity  of  George- 
town, L,.  R.  Chance  has  one  of  the  largest  and  most 
prosperous  houses  in  the  town.  It  was  founded  in 
1875  by  Mr.  Chance.  It  is  eligibly  located,  and  the 
administration  of  its  affairs  is  characterized  by  wisdom 
and  discernment,  Mr.  Chance  always  pursuing  a  con- 
servative business  system  and  a  liberal  policy  of  trade 
towards  his  patrons  and  the  public,  and  the  success  he 
•enjoys  is  due  to  these  facts. 

The  store  is  of  ample  dimensions,  20x40  feet,  and 
is  conspicuous.  Its  interior  decorations  and  arrange- 
ments are  neat  and  attractive.  The  stock,  which  is 
•extensive  in  all  departments,  consists  of  dress  goods, 
•white  goods,  linens,  notions,  trimmings,  hosiery,  fur- 
nishings, etc;  ladies',  gents'  and  children's  shoes, 
groceries,  queensware,  tinware,  etc. 


128  Delaware's   Industries. 

Mr.  Chance  is  a  native  of  Maryland,  and  a  member 
of  the  Red  Men,  and  was  formerly  a  member  of  the 
American  Mechanics.  He  is  well  and  favorably 
known. 


J.  T.  Wagamon,  GkneraIv  Merchandise. 

Probably  no  branch  of  commerce  has  had  a  more 
lapid  and  healthful  growth  during  the  past  half  century 
than  the  grocery  business,  and  this  growth  is  to  be 
largely  ascribed  to  the  enterprise  and  eflforts  of  George- 
town merchants. 

In  this  connection,  a  brief  review  with  relation  to- 
the  history  of  the  house  of  Mr.  J.  T.  Wagamon.  The 
founder  of  this  business  is  a  native  of  Delaware.  He 
started  the  business  of  which  he  is  now  proprietor  in 
January,  1890. 

The  store  is  tastefully  fitted  up  and  arranged,  and 
affords  ample  accommodations  for  a  large  stock  of 
groceries  and  provisions,  teas,  cofiees,  spices,  flour, 
canned  and  bottled  goods,  preserves,  etc. " 

The  trade  transacted  extends  throughout  the  town 
and  vicinity. 

The  stock  includes,  besides  everything  to  be  found 
in  a  first-class,  well-equipped  grocery,  a  line  of  all 
kinds  of  dry  goods  and  notions,  boots  and  shoes, 
queensware,  hardware,  tools,  cutlery,  etc. 

The  store  utilized  for  business  purposes  is  20x40 
feet  in  dimensions,  neat  and  attractive. 

Liberality  and  promptness  have  always  character- 
ized this  establishment,  and  no  lack  of  attention  be- 
stowed upon  the  good-will  and  demands  of  the  trade. 


Delaware's  Industries.  129 

J.  J.  Boyce,  clothing. 

Brick  Hotel,  R.  A.  Rosenbaum,  proprietor. 

Farmers'  State  Bank. 

E.  Geilinger,  confectioner. 

E.  G.  Hazel,  druggist. 

N.  N.  Irwin,  general  store. 

Laj'ton  &  Lay  ton,  druggists. 

E.  E.  Holson,  hardware. 

C.  &  S.  Ennis,  dry  goods. 

James  H.  Speakman,  oysters. 

W.  H.  lyingo,  phosphate. 

G.  R.  Mears,  boots  and  shoes. 

C.  H.  Taylor. 

L.  Saulsbury  &  Co.,  real  estate. 

M.  B.  Walls,  tailor. 


130  Delaware' s  Indiisirtes. 


Other  Towns  of  Importance 
Throughout  the  State. 


LEWES— Sussex  County. 

The  largest  and  most  important  town  in  Sussex 
County  is  situated  one-half  mile  from  the  Delaware 
Bay.  The  Delaware,  Maryland  and  Virginia  Railroad 
passes  through  the  town,  thus  giving  ample  facilities 
for  transportation  by  water  and  rail. 

It  being  the  only  seaport  town  in  the  State,  and 
the  only  port  of  entry  outside  of  Wilmington,  gives  it 
every  opportunity  to  become  a  great  commercial  city. 
The  farming  land  surrounding  is  of  excellent  quality, 
peaches,  grain  and  small  fruits  being  raised  in  abun- 
dance. 

lyCwes  is  at  present  a  town  of  about  2,300  inhabi- 
tants. The  manufacturing  industries  are  very  small, 
however.  The  fish  oil  and  guano  factories  of  Messrs. 
Luce  Bros,  and  S.  S.  Brown  &  Co.,  and  several  evap- 
orators,  form  the  only  manufacturing  enterprises. 

A  good  public  library,  of  2,000  volumes,  bears 
testimony  to  the  literary  culture  of  the  inhabitants. 
The  public  school  system  in  operation  is  one  worthy 
of  imitation  on  the  part  of  larger  cities. 

The  town  has  four  churches  and  a  number  of  soci- 
eties and  lodges.  As  in  all  towns  of  this  nature,  the 
government  ofl&cers  form  a  large  part  of  the  population. 


Delaware"  s  Industries.  131 

The  following  list  contains  the  most  prominent 
persons  engaged  in  the  town: 
Herman  O.  Ammendsen,   agent  for^L^.  Westergaard  & 

Co.,   Phila. 
Robert  Arnold,  lumber. 
H.  H.  Baker,  ship  supplies. 

C.  Beebe  &  Bro.,  general  merchandise. 

W.  E.  Bingham,  agent  Maritime  Ex.,  Phila. 
Breakwater  Light,  I.  H.  D.  Knowles,  Editor. 
Brereton  &  McColly,  evaporators. 

D.  Burbage  &  Co.,  merchants'  agents. 
Alfred  L-  Burton,  lumber. 

Hiram  R.  Burton,  physician, 

Wrexham  W.  Clifton,  paper  hanger. 

Thos.  T.  Conwell,  photographer. 

Wni.  C.  Conwell,  general  merchandise. 

J.  H.  Dodd  &  Bro.,  general  merchandise. 

James  Draper,  evaporators. 

Edw.  Duflfal,  painter  and  paper  hanger. 

Alex,  Harrison,  general  store. 

S.  P.  Hewes,  agricultural  implements. 

Virden  House,  Wm,  M.  Jefferson,  prop, 

C  A,  Jenkins,  Phila.  Maritime  Exchange. 

Jones  &  Phillips,  flour  mill. 

A.  S.  Mason  &  Son,  boots  and  shoes. 

E.  J.  Morris  &  Son,  cannery. 

D.  L.  Mustard  &  Co. ,  druggists. 

New  England  Wrecking  Co. 

Purnell  B.  Norman,  Jr.,  grocer, 

Thos.  E.  Ricords,  general  store. 

Thompson  &  Martin,  men's  furnishings  and  clothing. 

Virden  &  Draper,  evaporators. 


132  Delaware' s  Industries. 

Lemuel  W.  Waples,  conveyancer  and  notary. 
E.  I/.  Warrington  &  Brc,  general  store. 


NEWARK— New  Castle  County. 

One  of  the  most  important  towns  in  New  Castle 
County,  being  fifth  in  point  of  population.  It  is  situ- 
ated on  the  P.,  W.  and  B.  R.  R.,  twelve  miles  below 
Wilmington.  It  is  a  rich,  loamy  soil,  of  alluvial  forma- 
tion, which  has  made  the  peach  belt  of  Delaware  famous. 

Newark  is  a  town  of  about  1,500  inhabitants,  with 
agricultural,  commercial  and  manufacturing  interests 
about  equall}''  mixed,  the  latter  predominating,  if  any- 
thing. It  contains  many  fine  buildings  and  beautifully 
laid  out  streets.  It  is  surrounded  by  a  thriving  agri- 
cultural country,  producing  peaches,  fruits, corn,  grain 
and  vegetables. 

Among  its  industries  are  the  Nonantum  paper 
mill,  formerly  a  machine  shop  and  flour  mills.  The 
White  Clay  creek  furnishes  water  power. 

No  town  in  the  State  has  more  right  to  be  proud 
of  its  educational  facilities  than  this  one.  Apart  from 
its  public  schools,  which  are  numerous  and  good,  it 
possesses  the  Delaware  College  and  the  Newark  Acade- 
my. The  former  institute  was  founded  in  1833.  A 
second  charter  was  obtained  in  1872,  one  of  the  con- 
ditions being  that  a  pupil  from  each  hundred  in  the 
State  should  be  given  his  tuition  free. 

The  academy  is  a  notable  institution,  having  had 
its  inception  in  1739.  It  was  endorsed  by  the  Synod 
in  Philadelphia  in  1744,  and  in  1769  it  was  chartered 
by  Thomas  and  Richard  Penn. 


Delaware's   Industries.  133 

Since  then  its  career  has  been  uneventful,  but  has, 
however,  been  marked  by  a  steady  growth  in  reputa- 
tion and  material  prosperity. 

Newark  has  four  churches,  a  bank  and  a  weekly 
newspaper. 

The  following  are  the  best  and  most    favorably 
known  business  houses: 
Rankin  Armstrong,  dry  goods. 
T.  F.  Armstrong,  manufacture  of  phosphate. 
James  Barton,  wharf  builder  and  wheelwright. 
Bowen  &  Bro.,  publishers. 

D.  L.  Choate,  boots  and  shoes. 
W.  H.  Cook  &Co.,  florists. 
Curtis  &  Bro.,  paper  mill. 
Dean  Woolen  Co. 

S.  W.  Donuell,  real  estate. 

E.  W.  Haines  &  Sons,  dentists. 
Harry  H.  Haines,  livery  stable. 

Deer  Park  Hotel,  John  E.  Lewis,  prop. 

A.  H.  Kyle  &  Bro.,  lumber. 

Wm.  McKeown,  Justice  of  Peace. 

McLaughlin  Bros. ,  flour  mills. 

N.  M.  Motherall,  dry  goods. 

National  Bank  of  Newark. 

J.  W.  Parrish,  watchmaker. 

J.  P.  Rothwell,  agricultural  implements. 

Casho  Machine  Works. 

Washington  House,  J.  A.  Wilson,  prop. 

J.  F.  Williamson,  real  estate. 

H.  B.  Wright  &  Co.,  hardware. 

Wright  &  Son,  lumber  and  coal. 


134  Delaware' s  Industries. 

IvAUREL— Sussex  County. 

The  second    town   in    point  of    size   in    Sussex 

County,   situated  on  the   Delaware  R.    R.,  90    miles 

from  Wilmington,  and  seven  from  Seaford,the  banking 

town.     It  is  at  the  head  of  navigation  of  Broad  Creek, 

a  tributary  to  the  Nanticoke  River. 

The  principal  exports  of  Laurel  consist  of  fruits 
and  lumber,  the  smaller  varieties  of  the  former  being 
largely  cultivated.  Several  sawmills  are  located  in 
this  locality. 

Laurel  was  incorporated  in  1883,  and  is  at  the 
present  time  an  active  and  prosperous  town  of  2,000 
inhabitants.  It  is  possessed  of  considerable  wealth 
and  business  enterprise. 

Laurel  contains  churches  of  leading  denominations 
and  three  public  schools. 

The  cheapness  of  the  land  in  this  vicinity  makes 
it  an  attractive  point  to  a  large  majority  of  the  farmers 
who  contemplate  purchasing  a  farm. 

In  the  following  list  will  be  seen  the  names  of  the 
most  prominent  merchants  and  business  men: 
Adams  &  Co.,  manufacturers  of  kegs  and  crates. 
Albert  Bacon,  lumber  and  saw  mill. 
S.  H.  Bacon  &  Co.,  lumber  and  saw  mill. 
Joshua  Boyce,  general  store. 
Calloway  Bros.,  confectionery. 
J.  H.  Elliott,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 
Harry  Erbsmete,  jeweler. 
D.  J.  Fooks,  fruit  shipper. 
Laurel  Gazette,  Samuel  D.  Gordon,  Editor. 
Hastings  &  Son,  shoemakers. 
Hearn  &  Son,  blacksmiths. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  135 

N.  B.  Hearn  &  Bro.,  maaufacturers  of  hubs. 

Hitch  &  Crockett,  millinery. 

A.  J.  Horsey,  mill  and  vessel  owner. 

G.  W.  Horsey,  basket  manufacturer. 

King  &  Studley,  shoes  and  groceries. 

Laurel  Roller  Mills. 

Laurel  Hotel,  J.  S.  Melvin,  prop. 

Moore  &  Waller,  clothing. 

Chas.  Ottwell,  jeweler. 

Smith  &  Bro.,  hardware  and  stoves. 

Geo.  W.  Pusey,  men's  furnishings. 

E.  J.  Richardson,  fancy  goods. 

E.  B.  Riggin  &  Co.,  carriage  builders. 

Thomeson  &  Co.,  general  store. 

J.  S.  Torbett  &  Co.,  contractors  and  builders. 

Union  Stove  Co.,  Benjamin  Hitch,  manager. 

Waller  &  Bro.,  grocers. 

Ward  &  Co. ,  crate  and  box  makers. 

Marcellus  Weatherly,  ship  builder. 

J.  W.  Wooten  &  Sons,  general  store. 

J.  Turpin  Wright,  fruit  evaporators. 


DELAWARE  CITY— New  Castle  County. 

Situated  in  Red  Lion  Hundred,  on  the  Delaware 
River,  45  miles  below  Philadelphia,  at  the  confluence 
of  the  Delaware  and  Chesapeake  Canal  and  the  river. 
This  point  is  popularly  supposed  to  be  the  head  of  the 
Delaware  Bay. 

Delaware  City  was  established  in  1829  and  in  1851 
it    was    incorporated    as    a  city.      Its    interests   are 


136  Delaware's  Industries. 

principally  commercial  and  agricultural,  though  sev- 
eral factories  are  in  operation — a  carriage  manufac- 
tory, a  cannery  and  a  mince  meat  maker. 

The  unusual  advantages  for  water  transportation 
in  both  directions  make  the  city  a  most  desirable  ship- 
ping point  for  all  fruit  raisers  in  this  district. 

The  population  of  the  town  and  vicinity  is  about 
1,500.  There  are  four  churches  of  prominent  denomi- 
nations, and  the  best  of  schools;  also  a  number  of 
fraternal  organizations. 

The  following  list  contains  many  of  the  most 
prominent  houses: 

Chas.  A.  Alexander,  grain  and  coal. 
R.  Anderson  &  Son,  sturgeon  dealers. 
Ash  &  Pennington,  lumber  yard. 
Beck  &  Pancoast,  mince  meat. 
Frank  Bellville,  physician. 
Philip  Borger,  clothing. 
W.  R.  Bright,  stoves. 
Mrs.  A.  Carter,  general  merchandise. 
J.  T.  Cheairs  &  Son,  general  store. 
Delaware  City  Hotel,  E.  A.  Stout,  prop. 
Delaware  City  National  Bank. 
Delaware  City  News,  W.  B.  Marshall,   Editor. 
Wm.  Harlon,  jeweler. 
Helms  &  Bigger,  butchers. 
M.  M.  Kirby,  tailor. 
R.  H.  Moody,  carriage  builder. 
J.  R.  Pennington  &  Co.,  general  store. 
Webb  Bros.,  creamery. 
E.  Von  Culin  &  Co  .  furniture. 
Also  many  other  houses. 


Delaware's   Industries.  137 

DELMAR— Sussex  County. 

A  thriving  manufacturing  town  in  the  far  southern 
section  of  the  State.  It  is  the  terminus  of  the  Dela- 
ware R.  R.  The  residents  generally  use  the  banks  of 
Seaford. 

The  lumber  interests  are  the  most  important,  the 
large  planing  mill  of  Messrs.  Sirmon  &  Co.  being 
located  here.  The  same  firm  also  own  and  operate  a 
crate  and  basket  factory.  A  brick  yard  and  several 
distilleries  are  also  located  here. 

The  soil  is  of  a  loamy,  sandy  nature,  particularly 
suitable  for  the  cultivation  of  small  fruits  and  vege- 
tables. The  unsurpassed  transportation  facilities,  both 
North  and  South,  give  the  town  prestige  as  a  shipping 
point. 

There  are  two  churches  and  a  public  school  main- 
tained. The  population  of  the  town  and  surrounding 
country  is  about  500. 

The  following  form  a  group  of  some  of  the  most 
important  business  men  and  stores: 
Delmar  Union  Store,  W.  S.  Hitchins,  manager. 
Elliott  &  Ellis,  general  store. 
Sirmon  &  Co.,  lumber  and  general  mdse. 
German  &  Elliott,  brickmakers. 
Hastings  &  Co.,  general  store. 
Hotel  Delmar,  T.  A.  Veasey,  prop. 
Melsen  &  Elliott,  general  store. 
C.  A.  Parker  &  Co.,  dry  goods. 
S.  K.  Slemons  &  Bro.,  general  store. 
James  H.  Tyre,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 
Watson  &  Ellis,  butchers. 
J.  A.  Wright,  physician. 


138  Delaware's   hidustnes. 

CAMDEN— Kent  County. 

One  of  the  oldest  and  most  flourishing  towns  in 
this  district,  although  it  is  less  favored  by  railroad 
facilities  than  many  of  its  younger  neighbors.  The 
rich  farming  and  fruit  growing  district  which  sur- 
rounds it  brings  wealth  and  prosperity. 

The  largest  industries  are  the  canneries,  three  in 
number,  employing  about  four  hundred  and  fifty  per- 
sons. The  town  is  three  miles  from  Dover  and  one 
from  Wyoming,  its  nearest  railroad  station.  Water 
transportation  is  reached  by  way  of  I^ebanon,  on  the 
Jones  Creek, 

Four  churches,  including  a  Friends' meeting  house 
are  situated  here,  and  the  best  public  and  private 
schools.  The  town  is  well  laid  out  and  contains  many 
old  and  comfortable  residences. 

The  population  of  the  town  and  surrounding 
country  is  about  one  thousand.  The  banks  most  used 
b}^  the  residents  are  those  of  Dover. 

The  following  form  a  group  of  representative 
residents: 

C.  M.  Carey,  jeweler  and  optician. 
Alexander  Campbell,  confectioner. 
Jas.  W.  Catts,  cigars  and  stationery. 
lyUther  C.  Conwell,  physician. 
Walter  Council,  harness  maker. 
Roberto.  Dunn,  contractor. 
Geo.  H.  Oildersleeve,  cannery. 
Graham  &  Bro.,  furniture. 
Jas.  Iv.  Oraham,  druggist. 
Jno.  G.  Graham,  general  merchandise. 
Blias  Hammond,  flour  and  feed. 


Delaware's   Industries.  139 

J.  C.  Hinsley,  wheelwright. 

J.  Hall  Hiusley,  grocer. 

Holies  &  Bro.,  butchers. 

Alex.  Jackson,  Jr.,  law  and  insurance. 

Wm.  R.  Postles,  boots,  shoes  and  hats. 

IvOckerman  &  Smith,  auctioneers. 

C.  W.  Lord,  hardware. 

A.  H.  Lowber,  agricultural  implements. 

National  Hotel,  W.  J.  Rathil,  proprietor. 

W.  B.  Nock,  druggist. 

Wm.  H  Sarde,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 

Geo.  W.  Scott,  blacksmith. 

Schilling  &  Bro.,  stoves  and  heaters. 

Stetson  &  Ellison,  canner5^ 

Henry  Taylor,  cannery, and  others  of  equal  prominence 


SEAFORD—Sussex  County. 

It  is  situated  on  the  Delaware  Railroad,  sixteen 
miles  from  Georgetown,  the  county  seat.  The  sur- 
rounding country  is  level  and  highly  cultivated,  the 
principal  crops  being  peaches,  grain,  corn,  small  fruits, 
and  vegetables. 

The  town  is  built  on  the  north  banks  of  the  Nan- 
ticoke  River,  a  large  navigable  tributary  to  the  Chesa- 
peake, of  sufficient  depth  to  admit  vessels  of  heavy 
draught,  and  forms  a  very  valuable  feeder  to  the  com- 
mercial interests  of  the  town. 

One  of  the  principal  enterprises  is  the  canning  of 
03'sters,  six  firms  being  in  this  line  and  sending 
yearly  many  thousand  cans  to  all  portions  of  the 
world. 


140  Delaware' s   Indus  fries, 

A    basket  factory,  a  phosphate  manufactory,  a 

cannery  and  a  ship  yard  are  among  the  other  indus- 
tries. There  are  five  churches,  two  national  banks  and 

schools  of  the  best  class.     The  population  of  the  town 

and  surrounding  country  is  about  2,300. 

The  following  form   a  group   of  the  most  promi- 
nent business  men: 

M.  W.  Allen,  notary  public. 

S.  S.  Brown,  marble  yard. 

W.  J.  Calloway,  tailor. 

T.  E.  Cottingham  &  Co  ,  hardware  and  implements. 

Coulbourn  &  Huey,  basket  manufacturers. 

W.  H.  Coulbourn,  lumber  and  coal. 

Donoho  &  Co.,  oyster  packers. 

Jno.  Dunning  &  Co.,  real  estate. 

Emer}^  &  Co.,  oyster  packers. 

First  National  Bank  of  Seaford. 

A.  Greenabaum,  clothing, 

Greenabaum  Bros.,  oyster  packers. 

Euther  W.  Hurley,  lumber  and  coal. 

J.  L.  Johnson,  livery  stable. 

Kinney  &  Warrington,  merchants. 

Hon.  E.  E.  Martin,  attorney  at  law. 

Morrow  &  Button,  oyster  packers. 

Obier  &  Willey,  roller  mills. 

Coulbourn  House,  H.  C.  Pennington,  prop. 

Henry  E.  Phillips,  dry  goods  and  furniture. 

W.  M.  Ross  &  Co.,  manufacturers  of  fertilizers. 

Stevens  &  Donoho,  grocers. 

Wm.  H.  Stevens  &  Co.,  oyster  packers  and  manufac- 
turers of  lime. 

Sussex  National  Bank. 


Delaware's   industries.  141 

ODESSA— New  Castle  County. 

Situated  in  the  southeastern  portion  of  St.  George's 
Hundred,  on  the  Appoquinimink,  twenty-five  miles 
from  Wilmington  and  three  miles  from  Middletown,  its 
nearest  railroad  station. 

The  country  surrounding  is  well  cleared  and 
highly  cultivated  land,  selling  from  $25  to  $100  per 
acre.  The  river  is  navigable  and  a  line  of  steamers 
run  between  here  and  Philadelphia. 

Of  the  manufacturing  interests,  the  production  of 
chemicals  and  fertilizers  is  the  most  important;  there 
is  also  a  cannery,  and  a  large  carriage  and  agricultural 
implement  house. 

In  December,  1887,  at  a  meeting  held  by  the  citi- 
zens, the  following  proposition  was  made  to  capitalists: 

"To  any  manufacturer  who  will  locate  here,  we 
will  donate  a  site  of  land,  and  the  town  will  relinquish 
the  tax  on  any  manufacturer  for  a  period  of  twenty 
years.  We  do  not  know  of  a  better  location  or  a  more 
generous  offer  than  this.  The  town  is  well  built;  it 
has  a  handsome  public  hall  and  library,  containing 
3,000  volumes,  a  national  bank,  four  churches,  good 
public  schools,  and  a  loan  association.  The  popula- 
tion of  the  town  and  surrounding  country  is  about 
1,300." 

The  following  are  the  most  important  business 
enterprises  : 

John  G.  Armstrong,  general  store, 
L.  V.  Aspril  &  Son,  hardware  and  implements. 
John  C.  Baker,  druggist. 
The  Cantwell  Mutual  Insurance  Company. 
Davis  Bros.,  grocers. 


142  Delaware' s    Industries. 

Frank  Duggan,  carriage  builder. 

T.  T.  Enos  &  Son,  furniture  and  undertakers. 

Joseph  Hume,  chemist. 

F.  W.  Hyatt,  general  store. 

Odessa  Hotel,  Chas.  W.  Lloyd. 

Lord  &  Polk  Chemical  Company. 

Stedham  House,  C.  P.  Stedham,  proprietor. 

Watkins  Packing  Company. 

F.  B.  Watkins,  general  store. 


BRIDGEVILE— Sussex  County. 

An  important  and  flourishing  town,  situated  in 
the  Northwestern  Fork  Hundred,  on  the  Delaware 
railroad,  about  fourteen  miles  from  Georgetown.  The 
country  is  level  and  well  cleared,  and  the  soil  is  very 
productive.  Land  is  worth  from  $25  to  $100  per  acre, 
according  to  location. 

There  are  numerous  large  industries,  a  canning 
factory  a  barrel  stave  and  basket  manufactory  and  a 
large  grist  mill.  The  Delaware  railroad  afifords  the 
best  facilities  for  transportation.  The  residents  mainly 
use  the  banks  of  Seaford,  which  is  seven  miles  distant. 
An  excellent  library  and  reading  room  is  maintained. 
The  population  of  the  town  and  neighborhood  is 
about  1,500.  There  are  two  churches,  a  public  school 
and  a  number  of  fraternal  organizations. 

The  following  form  the  most  important  merchants 
and  residents: 

Batsom  M.  Adams,  general  merchandise. 
Daniel  C.  Adams,  undertaker. 


Delaware' s   Industries.  143 

H.  P.  &  P.  L.  Cannon,  cannery  and  lumber  dealers. 

Cottrell,  Trout  &  Green,  millers. 

Thomas  J.  Gray,  Philadelphia,  Wilmington  and  Bal- 
timore agent 

Richard  W.  Cannon,  hardware  and  drugs. 

Honsil  &  Company,  grocers. 

John  T.  Jacob,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 

Layton  Bros.,  general  merchandise. 

John  R.    Rickards,  distiller. 

Myer  &  Son,  nurserymen. 

Patton  &  Moore,  general  merchandise. 

Ward  &  Davis,  general  merchandise. 

Wilbur  Ridgeway,  real  estate,  and  many  others  of 
more  or  less  prominence. 


BLACKBIRD— New  Castle  County. 

It  is  located  in  the  northwestern  portion  of  Black- 
bird Hundred,  about  a  mile  from  the  railroad  station, 
being  six  miles  from  Middletown. 

It  is  a  rolling  country  and  is  very  productive  in 
grains  and  fruits.  The  marketing  facilities  are  very 
good,  it  being  on  the  Blackbird  Creek,  a  navigable 
stream.  The  banks  in  general  use  are  those  of  Smyrna 
and  Middletown.  The  population  of  the  town  and 
vicinity  is  about  250.  A  Methodist  church  is  situated 
here,  and  a  public  school. 

The  most  prosperous  merchants  and  residents  are: 
Richard  Brockson,  merchant. 
Thos.  Deakyne,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 
Vincent  O.  Hill,  hotel. 


J 44  Delaware' s   hidustries. 

Benjamin  F.  IvOckerman,  druggist. 
Charles  B.  Taylor,  furrier. 
David  Rankin,  physician. 
Wm.  Rhodes,  miller. 

Charles  B.  Satterfield,    general  merchandise,    and   a 
number  of  other  merchants,  farmers,  etc. 


BETHEL— Sussex  County. 

A  thriving  village  in  Broad  Creek  Hundred,  situ- 
ated on  that  stream,  a  tributary  of  the  Nanticoke 
River.  It  is  three  miles  from  lyaurel.  Although  not 
a  railroad  station,  it  has  excellent  facilities  for  trans- 
portation, having  a  daily  line  of  steamers  to  Baltimore 
and  numerous  trading  vessels  to  different  points. 

Among  its  industries  are  a  marine  railway,  a  saw 
and  planing  mill,  employing  from  thirty  to  fifty  work- 
men. 

The  land  is  level  and  productive  in  corn,  peaches 
and  several  fruits.  I^and  sells  in  this  section  at  about 
%\o  per  acre. 

The  banks  generally  used  by  the  residents  are 
those  at  Seaford. 

There  are  two  churches  and  the  best  of  school 
facilities.  A  local  order  of  the  Red  Men  is  located 
here. 

The  most  prominent  residents  are  : 
Messrs.  Cannon  &  Bro.,  mill  owners. 
Robert  Ellegood,  physician. 
Joshua  H.  Marvel,  merchant. 
Moon  &  Son,  groceries  and  general  merchandise. 


Delaware' s  Industries.  145 

Geo.  K.  Phillips,  general  merchandise. 
J.  B.  Quillin  &  Co.,  general  merchandise. 
William  T.  Moore. 

Capt.  Henry  Williams,  besides  numerous  other  gen- 
tlemen. 


ASHLAND— New  Castle  County. 

A  prosperous  manufacturing  and  agricultural 
village,  it  is  located  on  the  Red  Clay  Creek  and  twelve 
miles  from  Wilmington,  on  the  Delaware  and  Western 
Railroad,  and  is  seven  miles  from  there  by  air  line. 

It  is  a  very  rich  farming  district,  all  the  cereals, 
vegetables  and  fruits  being  produced. 

It  has  a  very  good  water  power  furnished  by  the 
creek,  and  it  is  utilized  by  numerous  mills  and  factor- 
ies scattered  along  its  banks. 

The  largest  and  most  prominent  industry  is  the 
flour  mill  owned  by  Messrs.  A.  &  J.  D.  Sharpless. 

Farming  land  is  worth  from  $50  to  $100  per 
acre,  according  to  location  and  improvements. 

A  Catholic  church  and  good  schools  are  con- 
venient. 

The  following  form  the  most  important  group 
of  business  men: 

Messrs.  A.  &  J.  D.  Sharpless,  Ashland  Flour  Mills. 
Edgar  &  Otley  Vernon,  butchers. 
M.  C   Dixon,  ticket,  freight  and  express  agent. 
B.  McCanns,  broom  maker. 
Wilmer  Craig,  farmer. 
Peter  Mason,  farmer,  and  many  others  of  greater  or 

lesser  importance. 


146 


Delaware  s   Lidusttics. 


BHl^IyEVUE— New  Castle  County. 

Abeautiful neighborhood  on  the  P.,  W.  &  B.  R.  R., 
situated  in  the  eastern  part  of  Brandywine  Hundred, 
about  five  miles  from  Wilmington. 

A  fine  view  of  the  Delaware  can  be  obtained  from 
this  point.  Land  is  rolling,  the  soil  is  rocky,  but  very 
productive  in  all  kinds  of  cereals  and  truck. 

A  large  number  of  fine  residences  have  been 
erected  here. 

One  of  the  most  prominent  manufacturing  in- 
dustries is  the  Delaware  Extract  Co.,  which  gives  em- 
ployment to  about  forty  persons. 

A  large  Methodist  church  and  a  good  school. 

Among  the  most  prominent  are  the  following: 
Delaware  Extract  Company. 
G.  W.  Cayle,  railroad  foreman. 
Robert  Hanby. 
W.  B.  lyivermore,  agent  P.,  W.  &  B.  R.  R.,  and  many 

prominent  farmers. 


WYOMING— Kent  County. 

The  largest  peach  shipping  station  in  the  state, 
situated  on  the  Delaware  Railroad,  three  miles  below 
Dover.  It  is  a  live  and  energetic  place,  especially  during 
the  fruit  season.  The  country  around  is  very  fertile, 
and  seems  especially  adapted  to  the  production  of 
peaches;  other  fruits  and  vegetables  are  grown,  how- 
ever. 

A  canning  factory  and  evaporator,  and  a  large  flour 
and  grist  mill,  roller  process,  form  the  chief  industries. 


Delmvare  s   Indiisiries.  147 

This  section  of  the  country  shows  a  fine  opening  fir 
any  manufacturing  business,  the  transportation 
facilities  being  the  best. 

There  are  three  churches  and  an  excellent  school 
maintained. 

The  population  of  Wyoming  and  vicinity  is  about 
five  hundred. 

The  following  are  among   the  most   responsible 
business  houses: 

Aldrich  &  Son,  hardware  and  general  store, 
E.  J.  Brown,  physician  and  druggist. 
M.  Crossmore,  blacksmith. 
Robt.  J.  Diefenderfer,  slate  roofer. 
Hunn  &  Emerson,  fruit  dealers. 
Jakes  &  Son,  general  store. 
Ellwood  Jenkins,  coal,  lime  and  cement.. 
Robt.  Lindale,  grist  mill. 

Pretty  man  &  Evans,  manufacturers  of  bed' springs.. 
D.  M.  Ridgely,  manufacturer  of  phosphate. 


NEWPORT— New  Castle  County. 

A  thriving  town  of  about  750  inhabitants,  situated 
on  the  P.,  W.  &  B.  R  R.,  four  miles  from  Wilmington. 
It  is  built  on  the  north  side  of  the  Christiana  River, 
which  is  navigable  here  for  vessels  of  moderate 
draught. 

A  rich  agricultural  country  surrounds  the  village, 
the  land  being  naturally  fertile  and  highly  cultivated. 

A  large  sheet  iron  rolling  mill  has  lately  been  es- 
tablished here.  The  Newport  National  Bank  has  a 
capital  of  $75,000. 


34^  Delaware' s  hidiishics. 

An  extensive  business  is  carried  on  in  the  manu- 
facture and  sale  of  fertilizers. 

There  are  Masonic  and  Red  Men's  Lodges,  a 
building  association,  three  churches  and  first-class 
schools. 

The  following  are  the  most  prominent  business 
men: 

Jos.  Barrett  &  Son,  wheelwrights. 
J.  A.  Cranston  Co.,  fertilizers. 
Samuel  Cranston,  nursery. 
J.  M.  Flinn,  drugs  and  physician. 
Wm.  Hillyard,  general  store. 
J.  W.  R.  Kilgore,  general  store. 
Marshall  Iron  Co. 
Worth  &  Groon,  general  store. 
-Chas.  Williard  &  Bro.,  wood. 


TOWNSEND— New  Castle  County. 

An  important  town  on  the  Delaware  Railroad, 
'twenty-nine  miles  below  Wilmington.  As  a  terminus 
of  the  Queen  Anne  and  Kent  County  Railroad,  running 
to  Centerville,  Maryland,  and  connecting  at  Massey's 
with  the  Baltimore  and  Delaware  Bay  Railroad  for 
f Chesterton,  Townsend  enjoys  unusual  transportation 
ifacilities. 

It  is  an  incorporated  town,  with  a  board  of  five 
^commissioners. 

Two  lumber  yards,  a  brick  yard  and  an  evapora- 
•^tor  form  the  chief  industries. 

Middletown,  four  miles  distant,  furnishes  banking 
tconveniences. 


I 


Delaware's   Industries.  I4g-. 

The  surrounding  farming  land  is  highly  cultivated, 
and  very  fertile.  Fine  crops  of  peaches  and  grain  are 
produced. 

A  Methodist  church,  a  public  school  and  a  build- 
ing and  loan  association  are  maintained.  The  popula- 
tion of  the  town  and  surrounding  country  is  about  five 
hundred. 

The  following   are  the  most  important  busines.'i 
men  in  the  city: 
Thos.  Brattan,  justice  of  peace. 
Daniel  C.  Collins,  agricultural  implements, 
James  L,.  Dickinson,  hotel. 
Mrs.  Floyd,  dry  goods. 
Benj.  F.  Grim,  general  store. 
J.  A.  Harman,  flour  mill. 
Geo.  Hart,  M.  D.,  grain,  coal  and  fertilizers. 
J.  S.  &  \V.  Lattonius,  dry  goods. 
D.  B.  Maloney,  lumber,  lime  and  bricks. 
Thos   Maloney,  hardware. 
Jno.  W.  Naudain,  broom  manufacturer. 
David  Wells,  carpenter. 
Truman  Rose,  implements. 
F'rancis  A.  Reihm,  nurservnian. 


FREDERICA— Kent  County.     • 

A  flourishing  town,  situated  in  the  eastern  part  of 
South  Murderkill  Hundred,  on  the  Murderkill 
Creek;  it  is  .six  miles  from  Felton,  its  nearest  railroad 
station,  a  daily  stage  connecting  the  two  towns. 

The  soil  is  above  the  average  and  will  produce 
any  kind  of  fruit,  vegetables  or  cereals.     The  market- 


150  Delaware's  Industries. 

ing  facilities  are  good,  it  being  within  easy  reach  of 
both  rail  and  water  connection.  Much  of  the  fruit 
raised  is  used  in  the  home  canneries,  four  being  located 
here.  A  phosphate  factory  is  also  in  operation.  The 
banks  in  general  use  are  those  of  Dover   and  Milford. 

There    are  three   churches   and   schools,    besides 
many  fraternal  and  social  organizations. 

The  following  list  contains  some  of  the  most  im- 
portant business  men: 
Artes  &  Co.,  butchers. 
Benj.  F.  Burton,  general  store. 
Thos.  D.  Burton,  justice  of  the  peace. 
Mrs.  E.  A.  Camper,  millinery. 
Carter  &  Emory,  agricultural  implements. 
\Vm.  A.  Coiuier,  furniture. 
Hon.  Jno.  W.  Hall,  ex- Governor. 
T.  T.  Lacey.  phosphate  manufacturing. 
G.  W.  Parkinson,  carriage  builder. 
H.  A.  Reik  &  Co.,  canners. 
Rejmolds  &  Postles,  general  store  and  canners. 
Rogers  Bros.,  phosphate  manufacturers. 
J.  C.  McCaffrey,  harness. 
33.  Whitely,  physician  and  drugs,   besides  many  other 

merchants,  mechanics,  farmers  and  representatives 

of  various  other  walks  of  life. 


FEETON— Kent  Co. 

A  flourishing  town  of  about  Soo  inhabitants,  eleven 
miles  south  of  Dover,  on  the  Delaware  Railroad.  It  is 
quite  important  as  a  manufacturing  town,  having  a 
crate  and  basket  factory,  a  cannerj',  two  saw  mills  and 


Delaware's   Industries.  151 

two  carriage  factories.     It  is  noted  as  the  centre  of  a 
fine  fruit  producing  region. 

There  are  two  churches,  ample  school  facilities, 
and  lodges  of  the  Odd  Fellows,  Knights  of  Honor  and 
Knights  of  Pythias  maintained. 

The  land  surrounding  is  highly  cultivated  and 
sells  anj'where  from  $40  to  $100  per  acre. 

The  following  form  a  group  of  the  most  important 
business  men: 

Baxter  &  Killin,  general  store. 
Mrs.  J.  Baxter,  millinery. 
Caldwell  &  Wilson,  hardware. 
Conner  &  Son,  grain  merchants. 

Peter  Creadick,  justice  of  the  peace  and  notary  public. 
Mrs.  M.  L.  Collins,  millinery. 
J.  D.  Eaton  &  Co.,  general  store. 
G.  W.  Eliason,  general  store. 
G.  W.  Godwin,  contractor. 
F.  Iv   Hardesty,  carriages. 
Hubbard  &  Son,  basket  makers. 
Smoot's  Hotel,  W.  H.  Smoot,  proprietor. 
Luff  &  Bro.,  general  store. 
J.  M.  Luff,  physician  and  druggist. 
M.  Morris  Stevenson,  druggist. 
John  Waldman,  saw  mill. 


FARMINGTON— Kent  County. 

A  flourishing  village  on  the  Delaware  Railroad, 
situated  in  the  southern  portion  of  Misphelion  Hun- 
dred, about  nine  miles  from  Milford,  its  banking 
town. 


152  Delaware' s   Industries. 

The  soil  is  composed  of  a  heavy  clay,  black  loam 
and  sand,  from  which  the  best  crops  can  be  obtained, 
v.'heat,  corn,  oats,  fruit  and  vegetables  being  grown. 
This  is  a  great  centre  for  tomatoes,  the  soil  being 
particularly  adapted  to  their  culture. 

This  section  would  make  a  desirable  section  for 
stock  raising. 

The  facilities  for  marketing  the  product  are  the 
best,  the  Delaware  Railroad  passing  through  it. 

There  are  two  churches  and  a  good  public  school, 
besides  a  local  organization  of  the  I.  O.  O.  F. 

The  following  are  the  most  important  business 
men  : 

Bullock  Bros.,  butchers. 
Asbury  M.  Day,  druggist  and  physician. 
J.  J.  Hand}^  &  Co.,  general  merchants  and  stock  raisers. 
Chas.  J.  Harrington,  general  store. 
N.  R.  Johnson  &  Co.,  canners  and  evaporators. 
Wm.  H.  Murphy,  carriage  builder  and  blacksmith. 
Pemberton  C  Pretty  man,  baskets  and  phosphate. 
Llewellyn  Sharp,  justice  of  the  peace. 


HARRINGTON— Kent  County. 

A  flourishing  town  of  about  1,000  inhabitants, 
situated  at  the  junction  of  Delaware  and  the  Junction 
and  Breakwater  Railroad.  It  is  a  live  manufacturing 
town,  with  a  rich  farming  country  surrounding. 

The  transportation  facilities  are  unsurpassed,  and 
in  fact  they  have  been  the  principal  factor  in  the  de- 
velopment of  the  town,  which  dates  back  as  far  as  the 
construction  of  the  Delaware  Railroad. 


Delaware's   Industries.  155 

Excellent  farms  close  to  the  line  of  the  railroad 
can  be  had  for  from  $25  to  $100  per  acre,  according- 
to  the  improvements. 

There  are  three  churches,  the  Methodist,  the 
Presbj'terian  and  the  Episcopal  denominations  being 
represented.  There  are  ample  school  facilities.  Two 
secret  organizations  are  represented,  the  Odd  Fellows 
and  the  Heptasophs. 

The  following  list  furnishes  the  names  of  many  of 
the  most  prominent  business  men: 
S.  O.  Anderson,  general  store. 
L.  W.  Betts,  watchmaker. 
R.  S.  Burdock,  Sr.,  physician  and  druggist. 
Henry  N.  Clark,  justice  of  the  peace. 
Ezekiel  Fleming,  lumber  dealer. 
O.  J.  Franklin,  crate  manufacturer. 
Alex.  Harrington,  brick  maker. 

Harrington  E?iterprise,  Johnson  &  Hopkins, publishers. 
Hezekiah  Harrington,  general  store. 
Samuel  S.  Harrington,  phosphate  manufacturer. 
Wright  &  Callaway,  contractors. 
Lewis  &  Ward,  druggists. 
G.  H.  Murphy  &  Co.,  cabinet  makers. 
N.  F.  Raughley  &  Co.,  agricultural  implements. 
Wm.  T.  Sharp,  men's  furnishings. 
Smith  &  Masten,  coal  and  builders'  materials. 


CHRISTIANA— New  Castle  County. 
This   town   is  pleasantly    located   on    the   banks 
of  the    river  of  the    same    name,      in    White    Clay 
Hundred.     It  is  nine  miles   southwest  of  Wilmington^ 


154  Delaware' s    Industries. 

its  railroad  connection  being  the  P.,  W.  and  B.,  which 
runs  within  two  miles  of  it.  Good  water  communica- 
tion is  also  furnished  by  the  Christiana  Creek. 

The  principal  farming  products  are  grain,  fruit 
and  vegetables,  market  for  which  is  found  in  Wilming- 
ton. This  town  presents  a  most  favorable  opening  for 
any  manufacturing  enterprise. 

The  banks  most  used  are  those  of  Newark  and 
Newport.  The  population  of  the  town  and  vicinity  is 
about  450. 

There  are  two  churches,  one  school  and  a  lodge  of 
the  I.  O.  G.  T.  maintained. 

Among  the  most  prominent  are  the  following  busi- 
ness men: 

Wm.  B.  Currender,  hotel. 
Weir  &  Marshall,  general  mdse. 

A.  G.  Webber  &  Bro.,  agricultural  implements. 
Piatt  &  Elkinton,  millers. 

Mrs.  Sarah  E.  Wier,  millinery. 

James  Johnson,  hotel. 

Francis  ly   Springer,  physician. 

B.  &  J.  Peters,  general  mdse. 

There  are  many  other  prominent  persons. 


CI.AYTON— Kent  County. 

A  prosperous  town  and  railroad  center  in  the  most 
northern  portion  of  the  count}^  situated  on  the  Dela- 
ware Railroad,  12  miles  north  of  Dover.  At  this  point 
the  Baltimore  and  Delaware  Bay  Railroad  connects 
with  the  Delaware  Railroad,  affording  communication 


Delaware' s   Industries.  155 

to  the  Chesapeake  Bay,  and  as  a  terminus  of  the  Dela- 
ware and  Chesapeake  Railroad  it  has  another  means  of 
communication  with  Baltimore  and  points  on  the 
bay. 

It  is  about  three-quarters  of  a  mile  from  Smyrna, 
one  of  the  best  towns  in  the  State,  a  branch  road  con- 
necting the  two. 

The  land  surrounding  is  of  the  finest  quality, 
varying  in  price  from  $25  to  $100  per  acre. 

.The  commercial    interests  of  the  town  are   repre- 
sented by  the  following  business  men: 
David  Boggs,  confectionery. 
Geo.  Brockson,  merchant. 
Ella  Conner,  notions. 
C.  G.  Harminson,  drugs  and  physician. 
Walter  S.  Reynolds,  general  mdse. 
Hudson  &  Moore,  lumber,  grain  and  fruit. 
Wm.  Leinburger,  butcher. 

There  are  also  many  others  of  more  or  less  impor- 
tance. 


MILTON— Sussex  County. 

Situated  in  the  central  part  of  the  Broadkiln 
Hundred,  at  the  head  of  Broadkiln  river,  eight  miles 
from  Georgetown,  and  its  banking  town.  Its  nearest 
railroad  station  is  Harbison,  four  miles  away. 

There  are  eighteen  vessels  plying  between  this 
port  and  New  York  and  Philadelphia,  carrying  freight 
of  all  kinds.  Country  surrounding  is  level  and  well 
cleared.  It  is  particularly  adapted  to  the  culture  of 
peaches,  apples,  fruits,  wheat,  corn  and  potatoes. 


156  Delaware' s   Industries. 

Among  its  principal  industries  are  a  brick  yard,  a 
chemical  works,  four  fruit  evaporators  and  three  ship 
yards,  emplo3dng  in  all  about  500  persons. 

There  are  four  churches  of  leading  denominations 
and  public  schools  with  ample  educational  facilities. 
The  secret  societias  and  other  mutual  organizations  are 
well  represented. 

Among  the  most  prominent  business  houses  are 
the  following: 

Atkins  &  Son,  general  store. 
Black  &  Bro.,  general  store. 
John  I/.  Black,  flour  and  feed. 
Burton  &  Parker,  general  store. 
Mrs.  H.  P.  Burton,  millinery. 
Cornelius  J.  Carey,  stoves  and  tinware, 
lyouis  B.  Chandler,  Justice  of  the  Peace. 
C.  Coulter  Davidson,  ship  builder. 
Thomas  Douglas,  druggist. 
J.  W.  Fox  &  Bro.,  general  store. 
Hart's  Hotel,  Jno.  A.  Hickman,  prop, 
lyingo  &  Collins,  general  store. 
Ponder  House,  Wm.  C.  Lofland,  prop. 
James  Ponder,  grain  and  fertilizers. 
James  H.  Warrington,  agricultural  implements. 
Welch  &  Starke}^  druggists  and  jewelers. 
Willey  &  Virden,  meats. 


CKNTERVIIvIyE  -  New  Castle  County. 

Situated  in  the  northern  portion  of  Christiana  Hun- 
dred, near  the  Brandywiue,  it  being  one  of  the  highest 
points  in  Delaware.     It  is  seven  miles  from  Wilming- 


Delaware's   hidzistries.  157 

ton  and  two  and  one-half  miles  from  Farville,  on  the 
Baltimore  Central  Railroad.  * 

The  country  is  level  and  mostly  cleared.  The  soil 
is  good  and  .is  very  productive,  producing  large  crops 
of  grain,  truck  and  fruits;  tobacco  is  also  extensively 
grown. 

The  Wilmington  banks  are  in  general  use.  That 
city  is  reached  by  the  W.  &  N.  R.  R. 

There  are  two  churches  and  a  large  public  hall 
with  a  seating  capacity  of  250.  There  are  a  number 
of  fraternal  and  social  organizations  also  maintained. 

The  following  form  a  partial  list  of  the  most  pros- 
perous business  men: 
Jos.  H.  Chandler,  physician. 
M.  E.  Colquhoun,  druggist  and  general  mdse. 
Thos.  M.  Dalton,  general  store. 
Henry  Kent   blacksmith. 
Thos.  Kinsey. 

Jno.  M.  McCullough,  carpenter. 
Proud  &  Merrick,  cattle  dealers. 
James  C.  Smith,  drover. 
Wm.  Smith,  watches  and  clocks. 
Thos.  R.  Wilson,  coal  and  wood. 

There  are  many  other  farmers,  merchants  and  resi- 
dents in  all  pursuits. 


I  NDEX. 

Part  First. 


Adair,  L.  F 

Adams  &  Bro 

Ainscow,  A.  L.,  &  Co.  .  . 
Ainsworth  &  Lingo  .  . 
Ainsworth   Boiler   and 

Covering  Co 

Alsentzer,  Wm      .    .  .  . 
Avars  &  Son 


Pipe 


Babcock,  W.  II 

Bannar  &  Munn  .... 
Barkley  (J.)  &  Bros.  Co. 
Ba.Tter,  W.,  &  Bro.  .    .  . 

Baylis,  J.  K 

Blocksoin  &  Spear  .  .  . 
Boddy,  8.  Lloyd  .... 
Booker  &  Whitcsell   .    . 

Bovvers,  Wni.  II 

BradHeld  il.  A.  ... 
Bradford  (James)  Co..  . 
Bradway  »S:  Miller  .    .    . 

Brady,  .Miss  S 

Brandywine  Mills  .    .    . 

Brierley,  A 

Bright,  Paul 

Bringhiirst,  II.  B.  .    .    . 

Brison,  John  C 

Brown,  II.  A 

Brown,  II.  L 

Brown,  J.  Paul   .... 

Browii,  W.  C 

Bryan,  James  M 

liueher,  .\lbert 

Buclier,  Harry  E.  .  .  . 
Buehler,  .\.,  &('o.  .  .  . 
Bullock,  n.  S 


124 

118 

197 

20 

18 

91 

100 

130 
168 

23 
262 
120 
211 
109 
189 
234 
105 

47 
104 
209 

33 
238 
110 
102 
282 
24t) 
237 
12.') 
lo7 
227 
193 

90 
19-") 
2")9 


Champion  Wagon  ^Vorks  .  . 
Christiana  Window  Glass  Co. 

Cleaver  &  Hearn       

Cleland,  George  D 

Clerk,  W.  B.,  &  Co 

Cole  &  Co 

Conner,  J.  A 

Corbit,  Frank 

Cranor  &  Co 

Cranston  (John  A.)  Co.   .  .  . 
Cranston  (John  A.)  Lumber 

Company       

Crosby  &  Hill 

Culbert,  N.  B 

C'urlett,  Miss  Florence  D.  .    . 


Danforth,  N.  B 

Davis,  C.  P 

Davis,  Millard  F.       .    . 
Delaware  (.-ar  Works  .  .  . 
Delaware  Chemical  Co.  . 
Delaware  Printing  Co.  . 
Dennis,  Mrs.  M.  E.  .    .  . 
Denuison  &  Peach  .    .    . 

De  Soto  Bros 

Dcverell,  VV.  II 

Diamond  State   Brewery 
Diamond  State  Iron  Co. 

Dillin,  Mrs.  M 

Dougherty,  Kate  .... 
Dougherty,  Mrs.  M.  J.  . 
Doughten.  J.  P.,  &  Co.  . 
Dubell  Cliarles  E.  .    .    . 

Duliy,  Thomas 

Duncan  ISros 

Durstein,  S.  H 


179 
52 
83 

127 
17 
82 

261 
81 

130 

140 

142 
122 
177 
101 

80 

76 

211 

60 

17 

84 

100 

272 

116 

266 

25 

51 

154 

84 

145 

92 

261 

274 

99 

208 


Cahill  &  (3o 

Cann  Brf)thers  .  .  .  . 
Cantwell,  (icnrge  H.  . 
Capi'lle  Hardware  Co. 
Carter,  Miss  K.  M.  .    . 


2S3'Earle,  W.  G 267 

255' Eaton,  J.  N 194 

10a  i:bner,  P 224 

132 1  Edge  Mo»r  Iron  Co 42 

164!Edwards,  J.  II 258 


INDEX. 


Edwards,  W.  R.  .    . 
Elliott  &  Clark  .    . 
Evans,  G.  W.,  &  Co. 
Evening  Journal  .    . 


Farra,  W.  G 

Fell  &  Peoples  .    .    •  . 
Forman,  P.  B.  &  J.  B. 

Frank,  Wm.  E 

Frist  &  Allmon  .    .    . 

Fuhr,  John  S 

Fulton,  II.  K 


Gardner,  J.  T 

Gatta  &  Kaiser 

Gawthrop  &  Bro 

Giles,  Ferris 

Gluckman,  B 

Godwin,  J.  W.,  &  Co. .  .  . 
Goldberg,  Mrs.  E.  M.  .  .  . 
Goodwin,  Mrs.  A.  S.  .    .    . 

Gordon,  8 

Gosnell,  Win 

Gray  &  Deputy 

Greennian,  Joseph  H.,  Jr. 

Grinsell,  Thomsis 

Grubb,  Charles  M 


245, Humphrey,  E.  A.,  &  Bro..  .  lOl 

185  Ilnrlock,  C.  S.,  &  Bro.   ...  278 
215 

77  Jacquot,  Albert 264 

James,  Maury 147 

92  Janney  &  Co 151 

llSJeflerson,  Miss  A 96 

190  Jones,  A.B 85 

146  Jones,  A.  S 192 

196  .Jones,  D.  B 107 

163  Jones,  Guthrie  &  Co 62 

181  .Jones,  .James  M.  ._ 163 

Johnson  &  Barnhill 137 

Joseph,  Walter 218 


201 
230 

29 
126 
111 
148 
149 
271 

79 
247 
229 
159 
207 


Kelly,  James  A  .    ... 
Kennard  &  Co        ... 
Kennebec  Ice  &  Coal  Co 
Kent,  Lindley  C.  .    .  . 

Kent  &  Weeks 

Kern,  Joseph  ... 

Kirby,  Mrs.  R.  S 


257 
131 
224 
28 
243 
127 
143 


Kurtz,  John  D 175 


Hammitt,  J.  II 

Hanf,  E.  E.  

Ilarman,  J.  &  J.  N 

Hark  ins,  J.  II 

Hartlove,  W.  H 

Hartinann      &     Fehrenbach 
Brewing  Company  .... 

Hawkins,  Samuel 

Hayden,  M.  F 

Hayes,  Mrs.  Alice  W 

Hearn,  Wm.  B.       

Held  &  Co 

Heiss,  L.  .* 

Hertel  &  Co 

Hickman,  F.  P. 

Hitchins,  James 

Holdman,  Fred.  ..... 

Huber,  George  H.  .    .  ^.    .    . 

Iluber,  Wm 

Hukill  &  Poist 


Lang,  W.  &J 50 

Le  Compte,  Miss  M  .    .    .    .  157 

24llLichtenstein&  Hart  .    ...  98 

iLincoln,  G.  D 153 

254  Lloyd,  W.  II 162 

186iLobdell  Car  Wheel  Co  .    .    .  43 

152'Lovell&  Work 213 

lS7iLowe,  H.  W      231 

233 

iMaroney,  C.  P 200 

HMarr,  John  R 205 

87, Martin,  William  C 263 

93  Martin  &  Pure      .    .  .167 

145McC.ibe&Darragh 30 


177 

278 
281 
2S4 
281 
171 
274 
216 
82 


McCay,  J.  E 239 

McClary,  W.  J 56 

McComb,  Thomas 196 

McDaniel,  B.  F.  &  Co.  ...  97 

McFcrren,  George 285 

McIIugh,  Thomas 73 

McKec  &  Pyle      64 

McKeongh,  Mrs.  M 160 

McLaughlin  Bros 183 


214'McLear  &  Kendall 41 


tNDEX. 


Ill 


McManus,  E.  J 241  Saville's  Candy  Kitchen.  . 

McVey,  John 74  Sayers,  John 

Mearns,  W.  T 95  Sfhafer,  John  II 

Megary,  M.  &Son 49!Searle,  F.  C 

Meiler,  C.  L 155  Selak  &  Young  ... 

Melclioir,  Edward Hl'Shaller,  A 

Messick,  L.  L 22]  Sliarp,  William  B.  &  Co.  . 

Mevei-s,   M 90:Slieward  &  (  handler.  .    .  . 

Middleton,  C.  S  ■    .    -    .    .    .    150|t<]iort  &  Lefierts 

Mitchell,  Frank  A 203|Sininjon.s,  C.  L 

Moerk,   P^rnest  G 277iSimmons,  S.  G.  &Bro3  .    . 

Montgomery,  J.  R.  E.  .    .    .  154Sininis,  Dr.  J.  &Son  .    .    . 


Moore,  William  S 22fi 

Morgan  &  iSawdon 159 

Morning  News 68 

Morrow  Bros 75 

Morrow,  W.  J 228 

Movstiu  &  Brown 109 

MuVphy,  E.  W 248 

Murphy,  Frank  J 07 


Murphy,  Miss  M  T  . 


144 


Smith,  Beaton. 
Smith,  Frank  Eoop  . 
Smith,  J.  Jerome  .    . 

Smith,  T.  B 

Speakman,  S  .  .  .  . 
Speakman,  William  . 
Spear,  Spruance  &  Co 

Speer,  G.  I 

StaHbrd,  James  A  .    . 

Stanton,  D  L  .    .    .    . 

Steinicken,  George  .    . 

Steinicken,   Lena  P  . 


,,> J  Stewart,  Charles  . 
„  .^  Stradley,  C.  G  .  . 
,i!'- Strang,' Miss  E.  E 


Palmer,  John 252 

Parker,  11.  C 280^ 

Pedrick,  Mark 

Perkins,  J.  Will 

Plunkett,  Philip  G  .    .    . 

Porter  &  Co 119',^  ,   ,,      ,, 

r>  I  1   AT        *  oo-ilaggJirt,  Mrs.  31 

I'uhl,  Mrs.  Anna 2.>)!r.,  r."      -',-,    r 

Pullman  Palace  Car  Co.  .  .  .      4f)lp  ,    ^',  ,;  '^  '    " 

Pusey  &  Jones  Co r.7  |^^V^^^  ^i"""' ;/     . 

Pyle,  William  M j.^g  laylor,  Mrs.  Morns 


91 
253 
170 
121 
286 
239 
129 

2(;9 

170 
214 
244 
151 
236 
156 
173 

87 
108 

86 
218 
172 
172 
270 
123 
124 
201 
235 
100 


Quigley  &  Mullen 32 

Quimbey,  Miss  C 143 

Quinn,  George  W 70 


Ragey,  J 117 

Rice,  E.  L 217 

Rigney,  J.  II 178 

Rignev  tt  Co 11." 

Riley,"  E.  B 14L 

Robelen,  William  G  .    .    .    .  251 

Robinson,  W.  H 178 

Ross,   D 80 

Rosin  (feBro 219  Truitt,  D.S 

Rossiter,  Mrs.  C 131  Turner,   William 


^ lylor 

Taylor  <fe  Fullerton 

The  Combs'  Coal  &  Lumber 
Co  .    .    :    

The  Great  Atlantic  &  Pacific 
Tea  Co 

The  Pickcls  Stove  &  Heater 
Co 

Tlie  Wilmington  Manufactur- 
ing Co 

riiomas,  C.  F.  &  Co  .    .    .    . 

Thomas,  Harry  E.  &  Co.  .    . 

Thompson  &,  Bennett  .... 

Thorp,  Samuel  R 

Toner,  P 


105 
225 
31 
182 
147 

268 

108 

199 

223 
133 
115 
1G9 
89 
279 
249 
229 


IV 


INDEX. 


Valentine,  ^V.  G 276  Wilmington   Mills  Manufac- 

I     turing  Co 45 

Walker  &  Elliott 287|^j:?>«°"'  J"  ^ ^S 

Warner  (Charles)  Co  .    -  .  .    134,™ i-^gVn-     it '  \vl 

Weil   Prof                                   jQoWood,  Phihp  H 112 

Welch,  CF.&CAy'.'    '.'  .    '.    i^i'^oo\^onh,F.W.&Co..    .  88 

West  End  Palace  Stables  .    .    256  ,\7'7/  ^  ., f "^ 

Weyl,  C  .    .  -. 212  ^^^"'"  "^  ^ ^^^ 

White,  Samuel  J 53  Yerger,  Harry 192 

Williams  &  Hopkins 273  Yetter,  Charles 183 


Part  Second. 


Adkins,  J.  W 

Advance  Steam  Laundry  . 
Allee,  J.  Frank  ... 
American  Clothing  House 


44  Delaware  Electric  Light  and 

8      Power  Co 98 

20  Denney,  Robert 84 

16| Deputy,  J.  H 38 


Bacon,  .Joseph  C.  . 
Bonn,  George  W.  . 
Benson,  A.  K.  .  .  . 
Bennum,  George  W. 
Blome,  Fred.  .  .  . 
Boyle,  Arthur  R.  . 
Brady,  John  F.  .  . 
Bridgewater,  J.  G.  . 
Burstan,  Solomon  . 


Campbell,  A.  J.   .    . 

Carter,  J.  E 

Casson,  Fisher  &  Co. 
Central  Hotel  .  .  . 
Chance,  L.  R.  .  . 
Chase,  L.  M.,  &  Son 
Clarke  &  McDaniel 
Clewell,  C.  H.  .  .  . 
Collins,  Mrs.  L.  .  . 
Cowgill  Drug  Co.  . 

Creen,  J.  J 

Culbreth,  T.  O.  .    .    . 
Cullen,  W.  P.  .    .    . 
Culveyhouse,  Wm.  . 


Davidson,  Amos  E.  . 
Davi.s,Wm.  H.  .  .  . 
Ddauarean  Democrat 


65 
10 
18' 
123 
110! 
25 
73 
60 
96 

6 

86 

15 

37 

127 

62 
27 
56 
81 
2 

17 

22 
38 
13 

63 

52 

120 


Eagle,  Fred.  T 71 

Eagle  Hotel      119 

Echenhofer,  George 112 

Eliason,  J.  T.  &  L.  E 69 

Emerson,  J.  H 108 

Evans,  S.  C 47 

Faries,  Wm 77 

Fleming,  John 66 

Foreaker,  Miss  Elma  ....  11 

Gait,  Ezekiel 9 

Geilinger,  E 48 

Graham,  Mrs.  M.  E 6 

Hammersley,  T 41 

Handy,  Edward  W 56 

Hanf,  Theodore  W 67 

Hardcastle,  M.  L 102 

Harris,  B.  Frank 12 

Hoflecker,  Elmer      78 

Holzmueller,  Charles 52 

Holson,  E 39 

Hopkins,  George  S 95 

Hotel  Richardson 5 

Howell,  Miss  S.  A 115 

Hudson,  Mrs.  S.  E 43 

Hunter,  Wm.  J 60 


INDEX. 


Johnson  &  Co 

Jones,  E.  S.  .    .    .    . 
Jump,  Mrs.  A.  ,    . 

Kates,  Wm. 

Kinkeatl,  Miss  Mary  A. 

Knaiise,  J.  (r. 

Lank,  David  &  Son. 
Lawson,  I).  A  . 
Layton,  James  A.   . 
Lee,  Miss  R.  A  . 
Letherbury,  W.  S       . 


Macklin,  (J.  H       .    .     . 
Masse V,  Mrs.  Tliomas  . 

Mauli;  J.  JI 

McCoy,  L.  (' 

McKee,  Harry  L.  .    .    . 
McKee,  Mrs.  A.  M.  .    . 
Moucur,  \Villiam. 
Montgomery,  D.  ('.,  Jr 
Montgomery,  Mrs.  J.   li. 
Moore,   A.   H 
Moore,  W.  11.  &  Co  .    . 

National  Hotel      .... 

Palmer,  John  II 

Parvis  &  Williams  Co. 
Pierce  &  (  avmean  . 
Prettyman  Bros 
Prettyman,  Edwin  .    .    . 
Prettvman,  W.  W   .        . 
Price",  J.  V  . 

Ravner,  II 
Reedy,  H       . 
Kegi.ster,  ('.  II    . 
Reynolds,  W.  R. 
Ridiaud.soii  <!<  Robhins 
Roach,  W'illiain 
Roberts,  J.  P.  .    .    . 
Roberts,  .Mi.s.s  -M.  A 
Rowan,  J.  S  .    . 


113  Satterfield,  John 10 

97 [Shaw,  Fred  ......  68 

42  Short,  John  H                  ...  125 

Simpson,  Mrs.  W.  \V     .    ...  (Jo 

lOUSisco,  Charles  W 80 

fJH  Smith,  A 43 

74  Smith.  Miss  M.  M  .              .  .  25 

Smith;  W.  E 32 

51  Spruance,  H.  (,' 91 

31  Start,  William  P, 85 

53  Stevenson  &  Slaughter  ...  14 

83  Steward,  J.  P 46 

107  Stoops,  J.  T 57 

Stuart,  J.  C.               .  .  110 

122  Sussex  JotirnaJ 119 

114 

124Tavlor,  S 19 

90  Taylor,  Sanmel       ...  88 

70  "Temple  of  Fashion" 24 

103  "The  Euterpri.se  Store"..  104 

26  Tlie  Xm-  Era          108 

'^)'ST]ie  Peninsula  News  and  Ad- 

72      iTiiiscr 49 

HTilghman,  (i.  W.  79 

99  Treidler,  (  harles  E 21 

Trus.s,  S.  L 63 

94  Tschudy,  W.  \V 82 

72  Van  Arsdalen,  Irwin     ...  61 

\'ane,  James  H 23 

\'ickers,  I.  B  89 

Vincent,  W.  W  .    .  .  126 

Wagamon,  J.  T             ...  128 

Waller,  L.  O 87 

Walls,  John  A.  58 

Walls,  W.   I)                     .  7 

Weeks,  Mrs.  K.       .  45 

Wilhelm,  Heurv  64 

Wils(m,  W.   W"  ...  lie. 

Windolpii,  J.  (  M) 

Zisette,  (harles  P  21 


97 
50 
30 
111 
45 
78 

121 
29 
,s-J 

105 
•> 

4,S 
114 
101 

18 


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